Dam KS04675

SPILLMAN CREEK-TR· Lincoln, Kansas· Built 1965· 16 ft tall
Low Hazard Private

Key Takeaway

Dam KS04675 is classified as low hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 1965 and is 61 years old.

Physical Details

Dam Height 16 ft (taller than 9.1% in KS)
Dam Length970 ft
Max Storage73 acre-ft
Normal Storage35 acre-ft
Year Completed1965 (61 years old)
NID IDKS04675

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 20, 2002
State Regulated: No
Regulatory Agency: KS Dept. of Agriculture

Ownership

PETERSON TRUST, MILDRED & KENNETH

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Dam KS04675?

Dam KS04675 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 KS04675?

Dam KS04675 is owned by PETERSON TRUST, MILDRED & KENNETH (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Dam KS04675 built?

Dam KS04675 was completed in 1965, making it 61 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.

How tall is Dam KS04675?

Dam KS04675 has a dam height of 16 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 KS04675 last inspected?

Dam KS04675 was last inspected on November 20, 2002. 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.