Dam KS04251
Key Takeaway
Dam KS04251 is classified as low hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 1977 and is 49 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 26 ft (taller than 50.5% in KS) |
| Dam Length | 675 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 62 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 590 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1977 (49 years old) |
| NID ID | KS04251 |
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
STRAHM & GRIMM
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Dam KS04251?
Dam KS04251 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 KS04251?
Dam KS04251 is owned by STRAHM & GRIMM (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Dam KS04251 built?
Dam KS04251 was completed in 1977, making it 49 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 KS04251?
Dam KS04251 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 KS04251?
Dam KS04251 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.