Dam KS01877
Key Takeaway
Dam KS01877 is classified as low hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 1972 and is 54 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 21 ft (taller than 31.3% in KS) |
| Dam Length | 830 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 83 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 13 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 444 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1972 (54 years old) |
| NID ID | KS01877 |
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
IRETON, JERRY B
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Dam KS01877?
Dam KS01877 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 KS01877?
Dam KS01877 is owned by IRETON, JERRY B (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Dam KS01877 built?
Dam KS01877 was completed in 1972, making it 54 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 KS01877?
Dam KS01877 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 KS01877?
Dam KS01877 has a dam height of 21 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.