Dam KS01955
Key Takeaway
Dam KS01955 is classified as low hazard in Kansas. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 19 ft (taller than 21.5% in KS) |
| Dam Length | 675 ft |
| Max Storage | 75 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 1 acre-ft |
| NID ID | KS01955 |
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
SILVER LAKE DRAINAGE DISTRICT
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Dam KS01955?
Dam KS01955 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 KS01955?
Dam KS01955 is owned by SILVER LAKE DRAINAGE DISTRICT (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Dam KS01955?
Dam KS01955 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 KS01955?
Dam KS01955 has a dam height of 19 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.