Dam KS04916
Key Takeaway
Dam KS04916 is classified as low hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 1979 and is 47 years old. Its primary use is debris control.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 25% in KS) |
| Dam Length | 755 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 55 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 21 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 162 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1979 (47 years old) |
| NID ID | KS04916 |
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
DOBBIE, GEORGE A & ROSEMARY V
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Dam KS04916?
Dam KS04916 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 KS04916?
Dam KS04916 is owned by DOBBIE, GEORGE A & ROSEMARY V (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Dam KS04916 built?
Dam KS04916 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 KS04916?
Dam KS04916 serves the following purposes: Debris Control. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Dam KS04916?
Dam KS04916 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 KS04916 last inspected?
Dam KS04916 was last inspected on June 14, 2011. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.