Dam KS04911
Key Takeaway
Dam KS04911 is classified as low hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 1979 and is 47 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 25% in KS) |
| Dam Length | 1,060 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 174 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 55 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 500 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1979 (47 years old) |
| NID ID | KS04911 |
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
HALL, MILFORD & NORMA
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Dam KS04911?
Dam KS04911 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 KS04911?
Dam KS04911 is owned by HALL, MILFORD & NORMA (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Dam KS04911 built?
Dam KS04911 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 KS04911?
Dam KS04911 serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Dam KS04911?
Dam KS04911 has a dam height of 20 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 KS04911 last inspected?
Dam KS04911 was last inspected on August 19, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.