Dam KS03228
Key Takeaway
Dam KS03228 is classified as low hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 1956 and is 70 years old.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 13 ft (taller than 2.2% in KS) |
| Dam Length | 620 ft |
| Max Storage | 100 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 48 acre-ft |
| Max Discharge | 275 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1956 (70 years old) |
| NID ID | KS03228 |
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
JOHNSON, ELMER
Private
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Low Hazard 18 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Dam KS03228?
Dam KS03228 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 KS03228?
Dam KS03228 is owned by JOHNSON, ELMER (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Dam KS03228 built?
Dam KS03228 was completed in 1956, making it 70 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
How tall is Dam KS03228?
Dam KS03228 has a dam height of 13 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.