Dam KS03872
Key Takeaway
Dam KS03872 is classified as low hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 1947 and is 79 years old.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 14 ft (taller than 3.7% in KS) |
| Dam Length | 550 ft |
| Max Storage | 130 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 90 acre-ft |
| Year Completed | 1947 (79 years old) |
| NID ID | KS03872 |
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
CULDWELL, KEN
Private
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Low Hazard 16 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Dam KS03872?
Dam KS03872 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 KS03872?
Dam KS03872 is owned by CULDWELL, KEN (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Dam KS03872 built?
Dam KS03872 was completed in 1947, making it 79 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
How tall is Dam KS03872?
Dam KS03872 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.