Dam KS02978
Key Takeaway
Dam KS02978 is classified as low hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 1900 and is 126 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 18 ft (taller than 16.5% in KS) |
| Dam Length | 850 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 450 acre-ft |
| Drainage Area | 3 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 2,225 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1900 (126 years old) |
| NID ID | KS02978 |
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
PEABODY COUNTRY CLUB
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Dam KS02978?
Dam KS02978 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 KS02978?
Dam KS02978 is owned by PEABODY COUNTRY CLUB (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Dam KS02978 built?
Dam KS02978 was completed in 1900, making it 126 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 KS02978?
Dam KS02978 serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Dam KS02978?
Dam KS02978 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.
When was Dam KS02978 last inspected?
Dam KS02978 was last inspected on October 24, 1990. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.