Dam KS02685

ISLAND CREEK-TR· Wyandotte, Kansas· Built 1970· Earth· 27 ft tall

Key Takeaway

Dam KS02685 is classified as low hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 1970 and is 56 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.

Physical Details

Dam Height 27 ft (taller than 57.6% in KS)
Dam Length410 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage54 acre-ft
Normal Storage35 acre-ft
Surface Area4 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge280 cfs
Year Completed1970 (56 years old)
NID IDKS02685

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
Last Inspection: July 11, 1990
State Regulated: No
Regulatory Agency: KS Dept. of Agriculture

Ownership

BARRETT

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Dam KS02685?

Dam KS02685 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 KS02685?

Dam KS02685 is owned by BARRETT (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Dam KS02685 built?

Dam KS02685 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.

What is the primary purpose of Dam KS02685?

Dam KS02685 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 KS02685?

Dam KS02685 has a dam height of 27 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 KS02685 last inspected?

Dam KS02685 was last inspected on July 11, 1990. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

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.