Dam KS02157

GROUSE CREEK-TR· Cowley, Kansas· Built 1941· 40 ft tall
Low Hazard Other Private

Key Takeaway

Dam KS02157 is classified as low hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 1941 and is 85 years old. Its primary use is other.

Physical Details

Dam Height 40 ft (taller than 92.6% in KS)
Dam Length840 ft
Max Storage353 acre-ft
Normal Storage290 acre-ft
Year Completed1941 (85 years old)
NID IDKS02157

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: July 16, 2041
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: KS Dept. of Agriculture

Ownership

CITIES SERVICE GAS COMPANY

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Dam KS02157?

Dam KS02157 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 KS02157?

Dam KS02157 is owned by CITIES SERVICE GAS COMPANY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Dam KS02157 built?

Dam KS02157 was completed in 1941, making it 85 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 KS02157?

Dam KS02157 serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Dam KS02157?

Dam KS02157 has a dam height of 40 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 KS02157 last inspected?

Dam KS02157 was last inspected on July 16, 2041. 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.