Dam KS02507
Key Takeaway
Dam KS02507 is classified as low hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 1935 and is 91 years old. Its primary use is water supply.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 34 ft (taller than 84% in KS) |
| Dam Length | 1,255 ft |
| Max Storage | 560 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 470 acre-ft |
| Max Discharge | 24,700 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1935 (91 years old) |
| NID ID | KS02507 |
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
KENTON, E
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Dam KS02507?
Dam KS02507 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 KS02507?
Dam KS02507 is owned by KENTON, E (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Dam KS02507 built?
Dam KS02507 was completed in 1935, making it 91 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 KS02507?
Dam KS02507 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 KS02507?
Dam KS02507 has a dam height of 34 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.