Dam KS04468
Key Takeaway
Dam KS04468 is classified as low hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 years old.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 22 ft (taller than 34.2% in KS) |
| Dam Length | 1,150 ft |
| Max Storage | 53 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 26 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1960 (66 years old) |
| NID ID | KS04468 |
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
PRELLWITZ LIVING TRUST, MARGARET
Private
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Dam KS04468?
Dam KS04468 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 KS04468?
Dam KS04468 is owned by PRELLWITZ LIVING TRUST, MARGARET (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Dam KS04468 built?
Dam KS04468 was completed in 1960, making it 66 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
How tall is Dam KS04468?
Dam KS04468 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.