Dam KS03073
Key Takeaway
Dam KS03073 is classified as low hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 1968 and is 58 years old.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 30 ft (taller than 71.7% in KS) |
| Dam Length | 400 ft |
| Max Storage | 50 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 22 acre-ft |
| Max Discharge | 393 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1968 (58 years old) |
| NID ID | KS03073 |
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
TURPIN
Private
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Low Hazard 30 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Dam KS03073?
Dam KS03073 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 KS03073?
Dam KS03073 is owned by TURPIN (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Dam KS03073 built?
Dam KS03073 was completed in 1968, making it 58 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
How tall is Dam KS03073?
Dam KS03073 has a dam height of 30 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.