Dam KS02960
Key Takeaway
Dam KS02960 is classified as low hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 1967 and is 59 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 18 ft (taller than 16.5% in KS) |
| Dam Length | 970 ft |
| Max Storage | 52 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 2 acre-ft |
| Max Discharge | 471 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1967 (59 years old) |
| NID ID | KS02960 |
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
GRAGG, WM
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Dam KS02960?
Dam KS02960 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 KS02960?
Dam KS02960 is owned by GRAGG, WM (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Dam KS02960 built?
Dam KS02960 was completed in 1967, making it 59 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 KS02960?
Dam KS02960 serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Dam KS02960?
Dam KS02960 has a dam height of 18 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.