Dam KS03534

BLOOD CREEK-TR· Barton, Kansas· Built 1959· Earth· 18 ft tall
Low Hazard Flood Risk Reduction Private

Key Takeaway

Dam KS03534 is classified as low hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 1959 and is 67 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.

Physical Details

Dam Height 18 ft (taller than 16.5% in KS)
Dam Length838 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage202 acre-ft
Normal Storage6 acre-ft
Surface Area1 acres
Drainage Area2 sq mi
Max Discharge810 cfs
Year Completed1959 (67 years old)
NID IDKS03534

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 23, 1991
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: KS Dept. of Agriculture

Ownership

BRACK, REGINALD

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Dam KS03534?

Dam KS03534 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 KS03534?

Dam KS03534 is owned by BRACK, REGINALD (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Dam KS03534 built?

Dam KS03534 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 KS03534?

Dam KS03534 serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Dam KS03534?

Dam KS03534 has a dam height of 18 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 KS03534 last inspected?

Dam KS03534 was last inspected on January 23, 1991. 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.