Dam KS04207
Key Takeaway
Dam KS04207 is classified as low hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 1975 and is 51 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 22 ft (taller than 34.2% in KS) |
| Dam Length | 310 ft |
| Max Storage | 112 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 56 acre-ft |
| Max Discharge | 610 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1975 (51 years old) |
| NID ID | KS04207 |
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
BOWMAN FARMS INC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Dam KS04207?
Dam KS04207 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 KS04207?
Dam KS04207 is owned by BOWMAN FARMS INC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Dam KS04207 built?
Dam KS04207 was completed in 1975, making it 51 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 KS04207?
Dam KS04207 serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Dam KS04207?
Dam KS04207 has a dam height of 22 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.