Dam KS04627

WEST BRANCH GYPSUM CREEK-TR· Saline, Kansas· Built 1979· Earth· 22 ft tall
Low Hazard Irrigation Fire Protection Stock Or Small Fish Pond Private

Key Takeaway

Dam KS04627 is classified as low hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 1979 and is 47 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 22 ft (taller than 34.2% in KS)
Dam Length770 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage190 acre-ft
Normal Storage32 acre-ft
Surface Area9 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge1,940 cfs
Year Completed1979 (47 years old)
Year Modified2010
NID IDKS04627

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: November 5, 2010
State Regulated: No
Regulatory Agency: KS Dept. of Agriculture

Ownership

SEIM, DEAN

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Dam KS04627?

Dam KS04627 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 KS04627?

Dam KS04627 is owned by SEIM, DEAN (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Dam KS04627 built?

Dam KS04627 was completed in 1979, making it 47 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 KS04627?

Dam KS04627 serves the following purposes: Irrigation, Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Dam KS04627?

Dam KS04627 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.

When was Dam KS04627 last inspected?

Dam KS04627 was last inspected on November 5, 2010. 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.