Dam KS04301

LIGHTNING CREEK-TR· Crawford, Kansas· Built 2001· Earth· 13 ft tall
Low Hazard Debris Control Private

Key Takeaway

Dam KS04301 is classified as low hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 2001 and is 25 years old. Its primary use is debris control.

Physical Details

Dam Height 13 ft (taller than 2.2% in KS)
Dam Length2,400 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage120 acre-ft
Normal Storage42 acre-ft
Surface Area16 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge517 cfs
Year Completed2001 (25 years old)
NID IDKS04301

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: January 8, 2002
State Regulated: No
Regulatory Agency: KS Dept. of Agriculture

Ownership

YOGER, JOHN M

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Dam KS04301?

Dam KS04301 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 KS04301?

Dam KS04301 is owned by YOGER, JOHN M (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Dam KS04301 built?

Dam KS04301 was completed in 2001, making it 25 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 KS04301?

Dam KS04301 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 KS04301?

Dam KS04301 has a dam height of 13 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 KS04301 last inspected?

Dam KS04301 was last inspected on January 8, 2002. 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.