Dam KS03213
Key Takeaway
Dam KS03213 is classified as low hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 1953 and is 73 years old.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 23 ft (taller than 38.6% in KS) |
| Dam Length | 790 ft |
| Max Storage | 130 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 2 acre-ft |
| Year Completed | 1953 (73 years old) |
| NID ID | KS03213 |
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
MORTIMER, LAW
Private
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Low Hazard 18 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Dam KS03213?
Dam KS03213 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 KS03213?
Dam KS03213 is owned by MORTIMER, LAW (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Dam KS03213 built?
Dam KS03213 was completed in 1953, making it 73 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
How tall is Dam KS03213?
Dam KS03213 has a dam height of 23 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.