Dam KS04483
Key Takeaway
Dam KS04483 is classified as low hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 1959 and is 67 years old.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 26 ft (taller than 50.5% in KS) |
| Dam Length | 600 ft |
| Max Storage | 33 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 18 acre-ft |
| Max Discharge | 297 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1959 (67 years old) |
| NID ID | KS04483 |
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
THOMAS
Private
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Low Hazard 26 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Dam KS04483?
Dam KS04483 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 KS04483?
Dam KS04483 is owned by THOMAS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Dam KS04483 built?
Dam KS04483 was completed in 1959, making it 67 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
How tall is Dam KS04483?
Dam KS04483 has a dam height of 26 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.