Dam KS04232

SOUTH CREEK-TR· Atchison, Kansas· Built 1955· 26 ft tall
Low Hazard Fire Protection Stock Or Small Fish Pond Private

Key Takeaway

Dam KS04232 is classified as low hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 1955 and is 71 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.

Physical Details

Dam Height 26 ft (taller than 50.5% in KS)
Dam Length600 ft
Max Storage65 acre-ft
Normal Storage48 acre-ft
Year Completed1955 (71 years old)
NID IDKS04232

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
Last Inspection: May 5, 2006
State Regulated: No
Regulatory Agency: KS Dept. of Agriculture

Ownership

GENTRY, ALBERT & BETY

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Dam KS04232?

Dam KS04232 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 KS04232?

Dam KS04232 is owned by GENTRY, ALBERT & BETY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Dam KS04232 built?

Dam KS04232 was completed in 1955, making it 71 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 KS04232?

Dam KS04232 serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Dam KS04232?

Dam KS04232 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.

When was Dam KS04232 last inspected?

Dam KS04232 was last inspected on May 5, 2006. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

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.