Dam KS02529

EAST PRAIRIE CREEK· Sumner, Kansas· Built 1935· 36 ft tall
Low Hazard Other Local Government

Key Takeaway

Dam KS02529 is classified as low hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 1935 and is 91 years old. Its primary use is other.

Physical Details

Dam Height 36 ft (taller than 87.5% in KS)
Dam Length1,850 ft
Max Storage3.2K acre-ft
Normal Storage3.1K acre-ft
Max Discharge730 cfs
Year Completed1935 (91 years old)
NID IDKS02529

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
State Regulated: No
Regulatory Agency: KS Dept. of Agriculture

Ownership

WELLINGTON, CITY OF

Local Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Dam KS02529?

Dam KS02529 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 KS02529?

Dam KS02529 is owned by WELLINGTON, CITY OF (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Dam KS02529 built?

Dam KS02529 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 KS02529?

Dam KS02529 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 KS02529?

Dam KS02529 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.

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.