Dam KS04765
Key Takeaway
Dam KS04765 is classified as low hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 1977 and is 49 years old.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 18 ft (taller than 16.5% in KS) |
| Max Storage | 80 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 55 acre-ft |
| Year Completed | 1977 (49 years old) |
| NID ID | KS04765 |
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
SHORE
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Dam KS04765?
Dam KS04765 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 KS04765?
Dam KS04765 is owned by SHORE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Dam KS04765 built?
Dam KS04765 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.
How tall is Dam KS04765?
Dam KS04765 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.