Dam KS03500
Key Takeaway
Dam KS03500 is classified as low hazard in Kansas. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 15 ft (taller than 5.9% in KS) |
| Dam Length | 1,030 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 159 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 112 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 13 acres |
| Drainage Area | 7 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 4,785 cfs |
| NID ID | KS03500 |
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
HARDMAN, DWIGHT
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Dam KS03500?
Dam KS03500 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 KS03500?
Dam KS03500 is owned by HARDMAN, DWIGHT (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Dam KS03500?
Dam KS03500 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 KS03500?
Dam KS03500 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.