Dam KS02532
Key Takeaway
Dam KS02532 is classified as low hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 1966 and is 60 years old. Its primary use is water supply.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 80 ft (taller than 99.6% in KS) |
| Dam Length | 1,200 ft |
| Max Storage | 1.1K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 1.0K acre-ft |
| Year Completed | 1966 (60 years old) |
| NID ID | KS02532 |
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
ALMA, CITY OF
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Dam KS02532?
Dam KS02532 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 KS02532?
Dam KS02532 is owned by ALMA, CITY OF (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Dam KS02532 built?
Dam KS02532 was completed in 1966, making it 60 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 KS02532?
Dam KS02532 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 KS02532?
Dam KS02532 has a dam height of 80 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 KS02532 last inspected?
Dam KS02532 was last inspected on April 4, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.