Dam KS04174
Key Takeaway
Dam KS04174 is classified as low hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 1974 and is 52 years old. Its primary use is debris control.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 29 ft (taller than 67.7% in KS) |
| Dam Length | 470 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 95 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 37 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 404 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1974 (52 years old) |
| NID ID | KS04174 |
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
JURGENSMEIER, LEO
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Dam KS04174?
Dam KS04174 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 KS04174?
Dam KS04174 is owned by JURGENSMEIER, LEO (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Dam KS04174 built?
Dam KS04174 was completed in 1974, making it 52 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 KS04174?
Dam KS04174 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 KS04174?
Dam KS04174 has a dam height of 29 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.