Dam KS04080

EAST FORK TAUY CREEK-TR· Douglas, Kansas· Built 1976· Earth· 24 ft tall
Low Hazard Debris Control Private

Key Takeaway

Dam KS04080 is classified as low hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 1976 and is 50 years old. Its primary use is debris control.

Physical Details

Dam Height 24 ft (taller than 41.9% in KS)
Dam Length850 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage147 acre-ft
Normal Storage90 acre-ft
Surface Area12 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge737 cfs
Year Completed1976 (50 years old)
NID IDKS04080

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
State Regulated: No
Regulatory Agency: KS Dept. of Agriculture

Ownership

FAULKNER, JAMES E

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Dam KS04080?

Dam KS04080 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 KS04080?

Dam KS04080 is owned by FAULKNER, JAMES E (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Dam KS04080 built?

Dam KS04080 was completed in 1976, making it 50 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 KS04080?

Dam KS04080 serves the following purposes: Debris Control. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Dam KS04080?

Dam KS04080 has a dam height of 24 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.

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.