Dam KS04208

MISSION CREEK-TR· Doniphan, Kansas· Earth· 42 ft tall
Low Hazard Debris Control Private

Key Takeaway

Dam KS04208 is classified as low hazard in Kansas. Its primary use is debris control.

Physical Details

Dam Height 42 ft (taller than 94.1% in KS)
Dam Length560 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage99 acre-ft
Normal Storage64 acre-ft
Surface Area6 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge365 cfs
NID IDKS04208

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: Yes
Regulatory Agency: KS Dept. of Agriculture

Ownership

CLUCK & BUTRICK, F & W

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Dam KS04208?

Dam KS04208 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 KS04208?

Dam KS04208 is owned by CLUCK & BUTRICK, F & W (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Dam KS04208?

Dam KS04208 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 KS04208?

Dam KS04208 has a dam height of 42 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.