Dam KS03939
Key Takeaway
Dam KS03939 is classified as low hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 1968 and is 58 years old.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 27 ft (taller than 57.6% in KS) |
| Dam Length | 675 ft |
| Max Storage | 120 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 55 acre-ft |
| Drainage Area | 16 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1968 (58 years old) |
| NID ID | KS03939 |
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
GILES LAND COMPANY
Not Listed
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What is the hazard classification of Dam KS03939?
Dam KS03939 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 KS03939?
Dam KS03939 is owned by GILES LAND COMPANY (Not Listed). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Dam KS03939 built?
Dam KS03939 was completed in 1968, making it 58 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
How tall is Dam KS03939?
Dam KS03939 has a dam height of 27 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 KS03939 last inspected?
Dam KS03939 was last inspected on July 3, 2007. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.