Dam KS03382

NORTH FORK SOLOMON RIVER-TR· Norton, Kansas· 13 ft tall

Key Takeaway

Dam KS03382 is classified as low hazard in Kansas. Its primary use is fire protection.

Physical Details

Dam Height 13 ft (taller than 2.2% in KS)
Dam Length275 ft
Max Storage54 acre-ft
Normal Storage32 acre-ft
Max Discharge835 cfs
NID IDKS03382

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: October 16, 1979
State Regulated: No
Regulatory Agency: KS Dept. of Agriculture

Ownership

OTTER, LEO

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Dam KS03382?

Dam KS03382 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 KS03382?

Dam KS03382 is owned by OTTER, LEO (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Dam KS03382?

Dam KS03382 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 KS03382?

Dam KS03382 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.

When was Dam KS03382 last inspected?

Dam KS03382 was last inspected on October 16, 1979. 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.