Dam KS02515
Key Takeaway
Dam KS02515 is classified as low hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 years old. Its primary use is water supply.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 55 ft (taller than 98.4% in KS) |
| Dam Length | 625 ft |
| Max Storage | 400 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 280 acre-ft |
| Year Completed | 1960 (66 years old) |
| NID ID | KS02515 |
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
THAYER, CITY OF
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Dam KS02515?
Dam KS02515 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 KS02515?
Dam KS02515 is owned by THAYER, CITY OF (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Dam KS02515 built?
Dam KS02515 was completed in 1960, making it 66 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 KS02515?
Dam KS02515 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 KS02515?
Dam KS02515 has a dam height of 55 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.