Dam KS04907

SNOW CREEK-TR· Labette, Kansas· Built 1979· 19 ft tall
Low Hazard Irrigation Private

Key Takeaway

Dam KS04907 is classified as low hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 1979 and is 47 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 19 ft (taller than 21.5% in KS)
Dam Length1,260 ft
Max Storage123 acre-ft
Normal Storage47 acre-ft
Max Discharge415 cfs
Year Completed1979 (47 years old)
NID IDKS04907

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
State Regulated: No
Regulatory Agency: KS Dept. of Agriculture

Ownership

KIMERY, ALVA

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Dam KS04907?

Dam KS04907 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 KS04907?

Dam KS04907 is owned by KIMERY, ALVA (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Dam KS04907 built?

Dam KS04907 was completed in 1979, making it 47 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 KS04907?

Dam KS04907 serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Dam KS04907?

Dam KS04907 has a dam height of 19 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.

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.