Dam KS01874
Key Takeaway
Dam KS01874 is classified as low hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 1962 and is 64 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 25% in KS) |
| Dam Length | 790 ft |
| Max Storage | 71 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 33 acre-ft |
| Max Discharge | 259 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1962 (64 years old) |
| NID ID | KS01874 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
KERN, GEO J
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Dam KS01874?
Dam KS01874 is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Dam KS01874?
Dam KS01874 is owned by KERN, GEO J (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Dam KS01874 built?
Dam KS01874 was completed in 1962, making it 64 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
What is the primary purpose of Dam KS01874?
Dam KS01874 serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Dam KS01874?
Dam KS01874 has a dam height of 20 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.