Dam KS03220
Key Takeaway
Dam KS03220 is classified as low hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 46.5% in KS) |
| Dam Length | 1,810 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 497 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 63 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 15 acres |
| Max Discharge | 1,650 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1960 (66 years old) |
| NID ID | KS03220 |
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
CARLSON, EGAN
Private
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Low Hazard 18 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Dam KS03220?
Dam KS03220 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 KS03220?
Dam KS03220 is owned by CARLSON, EGAN (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Dam KS03220 built?
Dam KS03220 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.
What is the primary purpose of Dam KS03220?
Dam KS03220 serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Dam KS03220?
Dam KS03220 has a dam height of 25 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.