Dam KS01986

OAK CREEK-TR· Smith, Kansas· Earth· 19 ft tall
Low Hazard Fire Protection Stock Or Small Fish Pond Private

Key Takeaway

Dam KS01986 is classified as low hazard in Kansas. Its primary use is fire protection.

Physical Details

Dam Height 19 ft (taller than 21.5% in KS)
Dam Length370 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage52 acre-ft
Normal Storage37 acre-ft
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge707 cfs
NID IDKS01986

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: November 20, 2006
State Regulated: No
Regulatory Agency: KS Dept. of Agriculture

Ownership

RENKEN TRUST, FLOYD J

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Dam KS01986?

Dam KS01986 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 KS01986?

Dam KS01986 is owned by RENKEN TRUST, FLOYD J (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Dam KS01986?

Dam KS01986 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 KS01986?

Dam KS01986 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.

When was Dam KS01986 last inspected?

Dam KS01986 was last inspected on November 20, 2006. 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.