Dam KS04794
Key Takeaway
Dam KS04794 is classified as low hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 1958 and is 68 years old.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 14 ft (taller than 3.7% in KS) |
| Max Storage | 60 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 40 acre-ft |
| Year Completed | 1958 (68 years old) |
| NID ID | KS04794 |
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
WALLACE, M F
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Dam KS04794?
Dam KS04794 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 KS04794?
Dam KS04794 is owned by WALLACE, M F (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Dam KS04794 built?
Dam KS04794 was completed in 1958, making it 68 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
How tall is Dam KS04794?
Dam KS04794 has a dam height of 14 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.