Dam KS02943

HITCHEN CREEK-TR· Elk, Kansas· Built 1935· 22 ft tall

Key Takeaway

Dam KS02943 is classified as low hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 1935 and is 91 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.

Physical Details

Dam Height 22 ft (taller than 34.2% in KS)
Dam Length370 ft
Max Storage53 acre-ft
Normal Storage40 acre-ft
Max Discharge750 cfs
Year Completed1935 (91 years old)
NID IDKS02943

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: June 4, 1979
State Regulated: No
Regulatory Agency: KS Dept. of Agriculture

Ownership

DUNLOP, GEO

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Dam KS02943?

Dam KS02943 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 KS02943?

Dam KS02943 is owned by DUNLOP, GEO (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Dam KS02943 built?

Dam KS02943 was completed in 1935, making it 91 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 KS02943?

Dam KS02943 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 KS02943?

Dam KS02943 has a dam height of 22 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 KS02943 last inspected?

Dam KS02943 was last inspected on June 4, 1979. 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.