Dam KS04752
Key Takeaway
Dam KS04752 is classified as low hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 1976 and is 50 years old.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 26 ft (taller than 50.5% in KS) |
| Max Storage | 260 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 160 acre-ft |
| Year Completed | 1976 (50 years old) |
| NID ID | KS04752 |
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
SHINKLE, MAX
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Dam KS04752?
Dam KS04752 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 KS04752?
Dam KS04752 is owned by SHINKLE, MAX (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Dam KS04752 built?
Dam KS04752 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 KS04752?
Dam KS04752 has a dam height of 26 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.
When was Dam KS04752 last inspected?
Dam KS04752 was last inspected on September 25, 1998. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.