Dam KS02688
Key Takeaway
Dam KS02688 is classified as low hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 1971 and is 55 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 27 ft (taller than 57.6% in KS) |
| Dam Length | 565 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 63 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 36 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 538 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1971 (55 years old) |
| NID ID | KS02688 |
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
PAVICICH, MARGARET
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Dam KS02688?
Dam KS02688 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 KS02688?
Dam KS02688 is owned by PAVICICH, MARGARET (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Dam KS02688 built?
Dam KS02688 was completed in 1971, making it 55 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 KS02688?
Dam KS02688 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 KS02688?
Dam KS02688 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 KS02688 last inspected?
Dam KS02688 was last inspected on February 27, 2008. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.