Dam KS04743
Key Takeaway
Dam KS04743 is classified as low hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 1976 and is 50 years old.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 25% in KS) |
| Max Storage | 50 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 30 acre-ft |
| Year Completed | 1976 (50 years old) |
| NID ID | KS04743 |
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
BROOKS
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Dam KS04743?
Dam KS04743 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 KS04743?
Dam KS04743 is owned by BROOKS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Dam KS04743 built?
Dam KS04743 was completed in 1976, making it 50 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
How tall is Dam KS04743?
Dam KS04743 has a dam height of 20 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.