Dam KS02796
Key Takeaway
Dam KS02796 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 | 600 ft |
| Max Storage | 16 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 6 acre-ft |
| Max Discharge | 190 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1966 (60 years old) |
| NID ID | KS02796 |
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
CASTEEL
Private
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Low Hazard 26 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Dam KS02796?
Dam KS02796 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 KS02796?
Dam KS02796 is owned by CASTEEL (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Dam KS02796 built?
Dam KS02796 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 KS02796?
Dam KS02796 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.