Dam KS02494

SNOW CREEK-TR· Labette, Kansas· Built 1954· Earth· 36 ft tall
Low Hazard Local Government

Key Takeaway

Dam KS02494 is classified as low hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 1954 and is 72 years old.

Physical Details

Dam Height 36 ft (taller than 87.5% in KS)
Dam Length600 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage130 acre-ft
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge1,000 cfs
Year Completed1954 (72 years old)
NID IDKS02494

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 22, 1997
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: KS Dept. of Agriculture

Ownership

EDNA, CITY OF

Local Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Dam KS02494?

Dam KS02494 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 KS02494?

Dam KS02494 is owned by EDNA, CITY OF (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Dam KS02494 built?

Dam KS02494 was completed in 1954, making it 72 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.

How tall is Dam KS02494?

Dam KS02494 has a dam height of 36 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 KS02494 last inspected?

Dam KS02494 was last inspected on July 22, 1997. 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.