Dam KS04626

SMOKY HILL RIVER-TR· Saline, Kansas· Built 1975· Earth· 19 ft tall
Low Hazard Flood Risk Reduction Private

Key Takeaway

Dam KS04626 is classified as low hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 1975 and is 51 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.

Physical Details

Dam Height 19 ft (taller than 21.5% in KS)
Dam Length790 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage97 acre-ft
Normal Storage23 acre-ft
Surface Area7 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge532 cfs
Year Completed1975 (51 years old)
NID IDKS04626

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
Last Inspection: October 15, 2001
State Regulated: No
Regulatory Agency: KS Dept. of Agriculture

Ownership

WEBER, ALF

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Dam KS04626?

Dam KS04626 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 KS04626?

Dam KS04626 is owned by WEBER, ALF (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Dam KS04626 built?

Dam KS04626 was completed in 1975, making it 51 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 KS04626?

Dam KS04626 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 KS04626?

Dam KS04626 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.

When was Dam KS04626 last inspected?

Dam KS04626 was last inspected on October 15, 2001. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

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.