Dam KS04679
Key Takeaway
Dam KS04679 is classified as low hazard in Kansas. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 46.5% in KS) |
| Dam Length | 960 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 403 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 45 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 11 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,122 cfs |
| NID ID | KS04679 |
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
MILLER-ISAACS
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Dam KS04679?
Dam KS04679 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 KS04679?
Dam KS04679 is owned by MILLER-ISAACS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Dam KS04679?
Dam KS04679 serves the following purposes: 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 KS04679?
Dam KS04679 has a dam height of 25 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.