Dam KS01932
Key Takeaway
Dam KS01932 is classified as low hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 1970 and is 56 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 22 ft (taller than 34.2% in KS) |
| Dam Length | 340 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 20 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 8 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 1 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 226 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1970 (56 years old) |
| NID ID | KS01932 |
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
BEDFORD, D R
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Dam KS01932?
Dam KS01932 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 KS01932?
Dam KS01932 is owned by BEDFORD, D R (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Dam KS01932 built?
Dam KS01932 was completed in 1970, making it 56 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 KS01932?
Dam KS01932 serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Dam KS01932?
Dam KS01932 has a dam height of 22 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.