Dam KS02963
Key Takeaway
Dam KS02963 is classified as low hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 1966 and is 60 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 24 ft (taller than 41.9% in KS) |
| Dam Length | 690 ft |
| Max Storage | 188 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 22 acre-ft |
| Max Discharge | 1,200 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1966 (60 years old) |
| NID ID | KS02963 |
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
SANDOW, NL
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Dam KS02963?
Dam KS02963 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 KS02963?
Dam KS02963 is owned by SANDOW, NL (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Dam KS02963 built?
Dam KS02963 was completed in 1966, making it 60 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 KS02963?
Dam KS02963 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 KS02963?
Dam KS02963 has a dam height of 24 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.