Dam KS05020

SOUTH FORK POTTAWATOMIE CREEKK-TR· Anderson, Kansas· Built 1974· Earth· 18 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Dam KS05020 is classified as low hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 1974 and is 52 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 18 ft (taller than 16.5% in KS)
Dam Length550 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage127 acre-ft
Normal Storage60 acre-ft
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Year Completed1974 (52 years old)
NID IDKS05020

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: April 3, 2012
State Regulated: No
Regulatory Agency: KS Dept. of Agriculture

Ownership

HOOVER, CRAIG W & TINA M

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Dam KS05020?

Dam KS05020 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 KS05020?

Dam KS05020 is owned by HOOVER, CRAIG W & TINA M (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Dam KS05020 built?

Dam KS05020 was completed in 1974, making it 52 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 KS05020?

Dam KS05020 serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Dam KS05020?

Dam KS05020 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 KS05020 last inspected?

Dam KS05020 was last inspected on April 3, 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.