Dam KS02493
Key Takeaway
Dam KS02493 is classified as low hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 1962 and is 64 years old. Its primary use is water supply.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 13 ft (taller than 2.2% in KS) |
| Dam Length | 950 ft |
| Max Storage | 150 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 50 acre-ft |
| Max Discharge | 1,190 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1962 (64 years old) |
| NID ID | KS02493 |
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
BARTLETT, CITY OF
Local Government
Nearby Dams
Dd No I-10 (Labette-Hackberry)
Labette, KS
Low Hazard 30 ftDd No I-4 (Labette-Hackberry)
Labette, KS
Low Hazard 21 ftDam KS01223
Labette, KS
Low Hazard 14 ftDam KS01219
Labette, KS
Low Hazard 18 ftDam KS04308
Labette, KS
Low Hazard 25 ftDam KS03903
Labette, KS
Low Hazard 17 ftIdle Hour Lake
Labette, KS
Low Hazard 14 ftDam KS04743
Labette, KS
Low Hazard 20 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Dam KS02493?
Dam KS02493 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 KS02493?
Dam KS02493 is owned by BARTLETT, CITY OF (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Dam KS02493 built?
Dam KS02493 was completed in 1962, making it 64 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 KS02493?
Dam KS02493 serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Dam KS02493?
Dam KS02493 has a dam height of 13 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.