Dam KS04445

MIDDLE CREEK-TR· Franklin, Kansas· Built 1976· Earth· 22 ft tall
Low Hazard Irrigation Private

Key Takeaway

Dam KS04445 is classified as low hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 1976 and is 50 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 22 ft (taller than 34.2% in KS)
Dam Length955 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage185 acre-ft
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge418 cfs
Year Completed1976 (50 years old)
NID IDKS04445

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

DOMNANISH, EJ

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Dam KS04445?

Dam KS04445 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 KS04445?

Dam KS04445 is owned by DOMNANISH, EJ (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Dam KS04445 built?

Dam KS04445 was completed in 1976, making it 50 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 KS04445?

Dam KS04445 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 KS04445?

Dam KS04445 has a dam height of 22 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.