Dam KS02572

TREGO CREEK-TR· Trego, Kansas· Built 1938· 14 ft tall
Low Hazard Fire Protection Stock Or Small Fish Pond Private

Key Takeaway

Dam KS02572 is classified as low hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 1938 and is 88 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.

Physical Details

Dam Height 14 ft (taller than 3.7% in KS)
Dam Length405 ft
Max Storage64 acre-ft
Normal Storage37 acre-ft
Year Completed1938 (88 years old)
NID IDKS02572

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

HIXON, JG

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Dam KS02572?

Dam KS02572 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 KS02572?

Dam KS02572 is owned by HIXON, JG (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Dam KS02572 built?

Dam KS02572 was completed in 1938, making it 88 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 KS02572?

Dam KS02572 serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Dam KS02572?

Dam KS02572 has a dam height of 14 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.