Dam KS02916

MISSOURI RIVER-TR· Atchison, Kansas· Built 1971· 29 ft tall
Significant Hazard Private

Key Takeaway

Dam KS02916 is classified as significant hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 1971 and is 55 years old. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height 29 ft (taller than 67.7% in KS)
Dam Length370 ft
Max Storage16 acre-ft
Normal Storage8 acre-ft
Max Discharge116 cfs
Year Completed1971 (55 years old)
NID IDKS02916

Safety Information

Significant Hazard

No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: September 29, 1988
State Regulated: No
Regulatory Agency: KS Dept. of Agriculture

Ownership

POHL

Private

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Dam KS02920

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Low Hazard 28 ft

Dam KS00174

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Dam KS01279

Leavenworth, KS

Low Hazard 38 ft

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Dam KS02916?

Dam KS02916 is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Dam KS02916?

Dam KS02916 is owned by POHL (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Dam KS02916 built?

Dam KS02916 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.

How tall is Dam KS02916?

Dam KS02916 has a dam height of 29 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 KS02916 last inspected?

Dam KS02916 was last inspected on September 29, 1988. 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.