Dam KS03231
Key Takeaway
Dam KS03231 is classified as low hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 1951 and is 75 years old.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 17 ft (taller than 13% in KS) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 438 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 108 acre-ft |
| Year Completed | 1951 (75 years old) |
| NID ID | KS03231 |
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
WHITE, JEROLD R & RACHELLE R
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Dam KS03231?
Dam KS03231 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 KS03231?
Dam KS03231 is owned by WHITE, JEROLD R & RACHELLE R (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Dam KS03231 built?
Dam KS03231 was completed in 1951, making it 75 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
How tall is Dam KS03231?
Dam KS03231 has a dam height of 17 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.
When was Dam KS03231 last inspected?
Dam KS03231 was last inspected on May 9, 2005. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.