Dam KS02551
Key Takeaway
Dam KS02551 is classified as low hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 1970 and is 56 years old.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 18 ft (taller than 16.5% in KS) |
| Max Storage | 55 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 35 acre-ft |
| Year Completed | 1970 (56 years old) |
| NID ID | KS02551 |
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
TRAPP
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Dam KS02551?
Dam KS02551 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 KS02551?
Dam KS02551 is owned by TRAPP (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Dam KS02551 built?
Dam KS02551 was completed in 1970, making it 56 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
How tall is Dam KS02551?
Dam KS02551 has a dam height of 18 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.