Dam KS04399

MINE CREEK-TR· Linn, Kansas· Built 1977· Earth· 19 ft tall
Low Hazard Flood Risk Reduction Private

Key Takeaway

Dam KS04399 is classified as low hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 1977 and is 49 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.

Physical Details

Dam Height 19 ft (taller than 21.5% in KS)
Dam Length1,400 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage132 acre-ft
Normal Storage65 acre-ft
Surface Area13 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge650 cfs
Year Completed1977 (49 years old)
NID IDKS04399

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

WEST

Private

Nearby Dams

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Dam KS04399?

Dam KS04399 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 KS04399?

Dam KS04399 is owned by WEST (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Dam KS04399 built?

Dam KS04399 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 KS04399?

Dam KS04399 serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Dam KS04399?

Dam KS04399 has a dam height of 19 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.