Dam KS04096

LITTLE WAKARUSA CREEK-TR· Douglas, Kansas· Earth· 26 ft tall
Low Hazard Debris Control Private

Key Takeaway

Dam KS04096 is classified as low hazard in Kansas. Its primary use is debris control.

Physical Details

Dam Height 26 ft (taller than 50.5% in KS)
Dam Length645 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage53 acre-ft
Normal Storage23 acre-ft
Surface Area4 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge320 cfs
NID IDKS04096

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

OTT, ARDEN

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Dam KS04096?

Dam KS04096 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 KS04096?

Dam KS04096 is owned by OTT, ARDEN (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Dam KS04096?

Dam KS04096 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 KS04096?

Dam KS04096 has a dam height of 26 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.