Dam KS02539

REPUBLICAN RIVER-TR· Clay, Kansas· Built 1935· Earth· 24 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Local Government

Key Takeaway

Dam KS02539 is classified as low hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 1935 and is 91 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 24 ft (taller than 41.9% in KS)
Dam Length750 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage162 acre-ft
Normal Storage102 acre-ft
Max Discharge740 cfs
Year Completed1935 (91 years old)
NID IDKS02539

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: Yes
Regulatory Agency: KS Dept. of Agriculture

Ownership

CLAY COUNTY

Local Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Dam KS02539?

Dam KS02539 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 KS02539?

Dam KS02539 is owned by CLAY COUNTY (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Dam KS02539 built?

Dam KS02539 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 KS02539?

Dam KS02539 serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Dam KS02539?

Dam KS02539 has a dam height of 24 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.