Dam KS04429

ELM CREEK-TR· Anderson, Kansas· Built 1977· 21 ft tall
Low Hazard Irrigation Private

Key Takeaway

Dam KS04429 is classified as low hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 1977 and is 49 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 21 ft (taller than 31.3% in KS)
Dam Length2,300 ft
Max Storage342 acre-ft
Normal Storage92 acre-ft
Max Discharge1,646 cfs
Year Completed1977 (49 years old)
NID IDKS04429

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: Yes
Regulatory Agency: KS Dept. of Agriculture

Ownership

HIRT, DAVID

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Dam KS04429?

Dam KS04429 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 KS04429?

Dam KS04429 is owned by HIRT, DAVID (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Dam KS04429 built?

Dam KS04429 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 KS04429?

Dam KS04429 serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Dam KS04429?

Dam KS04429 has a dam height of 21 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.