Dam KS03180
Key Takeaway
Dam KS03180 is classified as low hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 1969 and is 57 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 19 ft (taller than 21.5% in KS) |
| Dam Length | 500 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 27 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 2 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 2 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 285 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1969 (57 years old) |
| NID ID | KS03180 |
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
SYLVESTER, ARTHUR
Private
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Low Hazard 30 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Dam KS03180?
Dam KS03180 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 KS03180?
Dam KS03180 is owned by SYLVESTER, ARTHUR (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Dam KS03180 built?
Dam KS03180 was completed in 1969, making it 57 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 KS03180?
Dam KS03180 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 KS03180?
Dam KS03180 has a dam height of 19 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.