Dam KS02880

HALFDAY CREEK-TR· Shawnee, Kansas· Built 1968· 27 ft tall
Low Hazard Fire Protection Stock Or Small Fish Pond Private

Key Takeaway

Dam KS02880 is classified as low hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 1968 and is 58 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.

Physical Details

Dam Height 27 ft (taller than 57.6% in KS)
Dam Length230 ft
Max Storage50 acre-ft
Normal Storage40 acre-ft
Year Completed1968 (58 years old)
NID IDKS02880

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: October 18, 1991
State Regulated: No
Regulatory Agency: KS Dept. of Agriculture

Ownership

ROLLING MEADOWS RECYCLING & DISPOSA

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Dam KS02880?

Dam KS02880 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 KS02880?

Dam KS02880 is owned by ROLLING MEADOWS RECYCLING & DISPOSA (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Dam KS02880 built?

Dam KS02880 was completed in 1968, making it 58 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 KS02880?

Dam KS02880 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 KS02880?

Dam KS02880 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 KS02880 last inspected?

Dam KS02880 was last inspected on October 18, 1991. 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.