Dam KS03529

LITTLE CHEYENNE CREEK-TR· Barton, Kansas· Built 1959· Earth· 16 ft tall

Key Takeaway

Dam KS03529 is classified as low hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 1959 and is 67 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.

Physical Details

Dam Height 16 ft (taller than 9.1% in KS)
Dam Length1,085 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage216 acre-ft
Normal Storage4 acre-ft
Surface Area4 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge822 cfs
Year Completed1959 (67 years old)
NID IDKS03529

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: March 28, 2012
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: KS Dept. of Agriculture

Ownership

HOFFMAN, VICTOR

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Dam KS03529?

Dam KS03529 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 KS03529?

Dam KS03529 is owned by HOFFMAN, VICTOR (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Dam KS03529 built?

Dam KS03529 was completed in 1959, making it 67 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 KS03529?

Dam KS03529 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 KS03529?

Dam KS03529 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 KS03529 last inspected?

Dam KS03529 was last inspected on March 28, 2012. 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.