Dam KS03394

COON CREEK-TR· Osborne, Kansas· Built 1946· Earth· 17 ft tall
Low Hazard Fire Protection Stock Or Small Fish Pond Private

Key Takeaway

Dam KS03394 is classified as low hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 1946 and is 80 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.

Physical Details

Dam Height 17 ft (taller than 13% in KS)
Dam Length525 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage161 acre-ft
Normal Storage41 acre-ft
Surface Area6 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Year Completed1946 (80 years old)
NID IDKS03394

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: January 15, 2014
State Regulated: No
Regulatory Agency: KS Dept. of Agriculture

Ownership

WHITE TRUST, E DORIS

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Dam KS03394?

Dam KS03394 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 KS03394?

Dam KS03394 is owned by WHITE TRUST, E DORIS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Dam KS03394 built?

Dam KS03394 was completed in 1946, making it 80 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 KS03394?

Dam KS03394 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 KS03394?

Dam KS03394 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 KS03394 last inspected?

Dam KS03394 was last inspected on January 15, 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.