Dam KS04730
Key Takeaway
Dam KS04730 is classified as low hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 1979 and is 47 years old.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 18 ft (taller than 16.5% in KS) |
| Max Storage | 270 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 180 acre-ft |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1979 (47 years old) |
| NID ID | KS04730 |
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
MORRISON, RICHAR EUGENE
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Dam KS04730?
Dam KS04730 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 KS04730?
Dam KS04730 is owned by MORRISON, RICHAR EUGENE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Dam KS04730 built?
Dam KS04730 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.
How tall is Dam KS04730?
Dam KS04730 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.