Dam KS02718
Key Takeaway
Dam KS02718 is classified as low hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 1966 and is 60 years old.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 26 ft (taller than 50.5% in KS) |
| Dam Length | 523 ft |
| Max Storage | 51 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 36 acre-ft |
| Max Discharge | 401 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1966 (60 years old) |
| NID ID | KS02718 |
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
ANDERSON
Private
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Low Hazard 24 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Dam KS02718?
Dam KS02718 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 KS02718?
Dam KS02718 is owned by ANDERSON (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Dam KS02718 built?
Dam KS02718 was completed in 1966, making it 60 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
How tall is Dam KS02718?
Dam KS02718 has a dam height of 26 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.