Dam KS03177
Key Takeaway
Dam KS03177 is classified as low hazard in Kansas. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 26 ft (taller than 50.5% in KS) |
| Dam Length | 700 ft |
| Max Storage | 41 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 16 acre-ft |
| Max Discharge | 408 cfs |
| NID ID | KS03177 |
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
SKOCH, ELMER
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Dam KS03177?
Dam KS03177 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 KS03177?
Dam KS03177 is owned by SKOCH, ELMER (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Dam KS03177?
Dam KS03177 serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Dam KS03177?
Dam KS03177 has a dam height of 26 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.