Dam KS01947

SOUTH BRANCH WAKARUSA RIVER· Shawnee, Kansas· Built 1972· Earth· 25 ft tall
Low Hazard Fire Protection Stock Or Small Fish Pond Private

Key Takeaway

Dam KS01947 is classified as low hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 1972 and is 54 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.

Physical Details

Dam Height 25 ft (taller than 46.5% in KS)
Dam Length480 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage93 acre-ft
Normal Storage44 acre-ft
Surface Area6 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge434 cfs
Year Completed1972 (54 years old)
NID IDKS01947

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: December 11, 2003
State Regulated: No
Regulatory Agency: KS Dept. of Agriculture

Ownership

KRATINA, ERNEST L

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Dam KS01947?

Dam KS01947 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 KS01947?

Dam KS01947 is owned by KRATINA, ERNEST L (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Dam KS01947 built?

Dam KS01947 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 KS01947?

Dam KS01947 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 KS01947?

Dam KS01947 has a dam height of 25 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.

When was Dam KS01947 last inspected?

Dam KS01947 was last inspected on December 11, 2003. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.