Dam KS03240

SPRING CREEK-TR· Saline, Kansas· Built 1965· Earth· 16 ft tall
Low Hazard Fire Protection Stock Or Small Fish Pond Private

Key Takeaway

Dam KS03240 is classified as low hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 1965 and is 61 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.

Physical Details

Dam Height 16 ft (taller than 9.1% in KS)
Dam Length990 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage86 acre-ft
Normal Storage20 acre-ft
Surface Area8 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge640 cfs
Year Completed1965 (61 years old)
NID IDKS03240

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: June 13, 2014
State Regulated: No
Regulatory Agency: KS Dept. of Agriculture

Ownership

COCKROFT, RICHARD

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Dam KS03240?

Dam KS03240 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 KS03240?

Dam KS03240 is owned by COCKROFT, RICHARD (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Dam KS03240 built?

Dam KS03240 was completed in 1965, making it 61 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 KS03240?

Dam KS03240 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 KS03240?

Dam KS03240 has a dam height of 16 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 KS03240 last inspected?

Dam KS03240 was last inspected on June 13, 2014. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.