Dam KS03469
Key Takeaway
Dam KS03469 is classified as low hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 1953 and is 73 years old.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 15 ft (taller than 5.9% in KS) |
| Dam Length | 390 ft |
| Max Storage | 52 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 37 acre-ft |
| Year Completed | 1953 (73 years old) |
| NID ID | KS03469 |
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
HICKMAN
Private
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Low Hazard 15 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Dam KS03469?
Dam KS03469 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 KS03469?
Dam KS03469 is owned by HICKMAN (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Dam KS03469 built?
Dam KS03469 was completed in 1953, making it 73 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
How tall is Dam KS03469?
Dam KS03469 has a dam height of 15 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.