Dam KS04803

WEST BRANCH WHITEWATER CREEK· Harvey, Kansas· Built 1965· Earth· 18 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Fish And Wildlife Pond Private

Key Takeaway

Dam KS04803 is classified as low hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 1965 and is 61 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 18 ft (taller than 16.5% in KS)
Dam Length730 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage89 acre-ft
Normal Storage12 acre-ft
Surface Area10 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge689 cfs
Year Completed1965 (61 years old)
NID IDKS04803

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: February 21, 2012
State Regulated: No
Regulatory Agency: KS Dept. of Agriculture

Ownership

SCHWAB, TERRILL L

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Dam KS04803?

Dam KS04803 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 KS04803?

Dam KS04803 is owned by SCHWAB, TERRILL L (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Dam KS04803 built?

Dam KS04803 was completed in 1965, making it 61 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.

What is the primary purpose of Dam KS04803?

Dam KS04803 serves the following purposes: Recreation, Fish And Wildlife Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Dam KS04803?

Dam KS04803 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.

When was Dam KS04803 last inspected?

Dam KS04803 was last inspected on February 21, 2012. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.