Dam KS04704
Key Takeaway
Dam KS04704 is classified as low hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 1964 and is 62 years old.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 18 ft (taller than 16.5% in KS) |
| Dam Length | 470 ft |
| Max Storage | 60 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 33 acre-ft |
| Year Completed | 1964 (62 years old) |
| NID ID | KS04704 |
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
MARTIN
Private
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Dam KS04704?
Dam KS04704 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 KS04704?
Dam KS04704 is owned by MARTIN (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Dam KS04704 built?
Dam KS04704 was completed in 1964, making it 62 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
How tall is Dam KS04704?
Dam KS04704 has a dam height of 18 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.