Dam KS03769
Key Takeaway
Dam KS03769 is classified as low hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 1954 and is 72 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 14 ft (taller than 3.7% in KS) |
| Dam Length | 370 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 95 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 65 acre-ft |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 175 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1954 (72 years old) |
| NID ID | KS03769 |
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
P & L FARMS
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Dam KS03769?
Dam KS03769 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 KS03769?
Dam KS03769 is owned by P & L FARMS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Dam KS03769 built?
Dam KS03769 was completed in 1954, making it 72 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 KS03769?
Dam KS03769 serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Dam KS03769?
Dam KS03769 has a dam height of 14 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 KS03769 last inspected?
Dam KS03769 was last inspected on October 23, 1990. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.