Dam KS04239

VERMILLION CREEK-TR· Nemaha, Kansas· Built 1975· Earth· 23 ft tall
Low Hazard Debris Control Private

Key Takeaway

Dam KS04239 is classified as low hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 1975 and is 51 years old. Its primary use is debris control.

Physical Details

Dam Height 23 ft (taller than 38.6% in KS)
Dam Length565 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage43 acre-ft
Normal Storage10 acre-ft
Surface Area2 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge313 cfs
Year Completed1975 (51 years old)
NID IDKS04239

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

GLISSMAN & HEIDMAN, CALLISTUS A & A

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Dam KS04239?

Dam KS04239 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 KS04239?

Dam KS04239 is owned by GLISSMAN & HEIDMAN, CALLISTUS A & A (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Dam KS04239 built?

Dam KS04239 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 KS04239?

Dam KS04239 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 KS04239?

Dam KS04239 has a dam height of 23 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.