Dam KS04936
Key Takeaway
Dam KS04936 is classified as low hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 1965 and is 61 years old.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 18 ft (taller than 16.5% in KS) |
| Max Storage | 55 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 30 acre-ft |
| Year Completed | 1965 (61 years old) |
| NID ID | KS04936 |
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
YATES
Private
Nearby Dams
Dam KS09526
Barber, KS
Low Hazard 27 ftDam KS04698
Barber, KS
Low Hazard 30 ftDam KS04699
Barber, KS
Low Hazard 28 ftDam KS00219
Barber, KS
Low Hazard 18 ftDam KS03722
Barber, KS
Low Hazard 19 ftDam KS03719
Barber, KS
Low Hazard 15 ftDam KS00220
Barber, KS
Low Hazard 17 ftDam KS00216
Barber, KS
Low Hazard 18 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Dam KS04936?
Dam KS04936 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 KS04936?
Dam KS04936 is owned by YATES (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Dam KS04936 built?
Dam KS04936 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.
How tall is Dam KS04936?
Dam KS04936 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.