Dam KS02998

SOUTH FORK POTTAWATOMIE CREEK-TR· Anderson, Kansas· Built 1960· 12 ft tall
Low Hazard Private

Key Takeaway

Dam KS02998 is classified as low hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 years old.

Physical Details

Dam Height 12 ft (taller than 1.3% in KS)
Dam Length530 ft
Max Storage89 acre-ft
Normal Storage32 acre-ft
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Year Completed1960 (66 years old)
NID IDKS02998

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: February 2, 2009
State Regulated: No
Regulatory Agency: KS Dept. of Agriculture

Ownership

WILLIAMS LIVING TRUST, KELLY L

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Dam KS02998?

Dam KS02998 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 KS02998?

Dam KS02998 is owned by WILLIAMS LIVING TRUST, KELLY L (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Dam KS02998 built?

Dam KS02998 was completed in 1960, making it 66 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.

How tall is Dam KS02998?

Dam KS02998 has a dam height of 12 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 KS02998 last inspected?

Dam KS02998 was last inspected on February 2, 2009. 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.