Dam KS04728
Key Takeaway
Dam KS04728 is classified as low hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 1977 and is 49 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 15 ft (taller than 5.9% in KS) |
| Dam Length | 1,645 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 198 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 125 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 31 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 260 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1977 (49 years old) |
| NID ID | KS04728 |
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
NEPOTE, DONALD L
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Dam KS04728?
Dam KS04728 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 KS04728?
Dam KS04728 is owned by NEPOTE, DONALD L (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Dam KS04728 built?
Dam KS04728 was completed in 1977, making it 49 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 KS04728?
Dam KS04728 serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Dam KS04728?
Dam KS04728 has a dam height of 15 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.