Dam KS02866
Key Takeaway
Dam KS02866 is classified as low hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 1972 and is 54 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 46.5% in KS) |
| Dam Length | 500 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 31 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 15 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 2 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 169 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1972 (54 years old) |
| NID ID | KS02866 |
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
SHAHAN, GLEN
Private
Nearby Dams
Dam KS02884
Shawnee, KS
Significant Hazard 17 ftDam KS01946
Shawnee, KS
Low Hazard 26 ftDam KS07520
Shawnee, KS
Low Hazard 23 ftDam KS01909
Shawnee, KS
Low Hazard 24 ftDam KS02878
Shawnee, KS
Low Hazard 27 ftDam KS01942
Shawnee, KS
Low Hazard 26 ftDam KS03958
Shawnee, KS
Low Hazard 24 ftDam KS01925
Shawnee, KS
Low Hazard 32 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Dam KS02866?
Dam KS02866 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 KS02866?
Dam KS02866 is owned by SHAHAN, GLEN (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Dam KS02866 built?
Dam KS02866 was completed in 1972, making it 54 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 KS02866?
Dam KS02866 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 KS02866?
Dam KS02866 has a dam height of 25 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.