Dam KS03755

DRY CREEK-TR· Sedgwick, Kansas· Built 1957· 13 ft tall
Significant Hazard Not Listed

Key Takeaway

Dam KS03755 is classified as significant hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 1957 and is 69 years old. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height 13 ft (taller than 2.2% in KS)
Dam Length380 ft
Max Storage75 acre-ft
Normal Storage50 acre-ft
Year Completed1957 (69 years old)
NID IDKS03755

Safety Information

Significant Hazard

No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: April 10, 1996
State Regulated: No
Regulatory Agency: KS Dept. of Agriculture

Ownership

STOCKEMER

Not Listed

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Dam KS03755?

Dam KS03755 is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Dam KS03755?

Dam KS03755 is owned by STOCKEMER (Not Listed). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Dam KS03755 built?

Dam KS03755 was completed in 1957, making it 69 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.

How tall is Dam KS03755?

Dam KS03755 has a dam height of 13 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 KS03755 last inspected?

Dam KS03755 was last inspected on April 10, 1996. 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.