Dam KS05030

LITTLE SUGAR CREEK-TR· Linn, Kansas· Built 1967· 22 ft tall
Low Hazard Fire Protection Stock Or Small Fish Pond Private

Key Takeaway

Dam KS05030 is classified as low hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 1967 and is 59 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.

Physical Details

Dam Height 22 ft (taller than 34.2% in KS)
Dam Length840 ft
Max Storage132 acre-ft
Normal Storage72 acre-ft
Max Discharge714 cfs
Year Completed1967 (59 years old)
NID IDKS05030

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

ISON, MORRIS

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Dam KS05030?

Dam KS05030 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 KS05030?

Dam KS05030 is owned by ISON, MORRIS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Dam KS05030 built?

Dam KS05030 was completed in 1967, making it 59 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 KS05030?

Dam KS05030 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 KS05030?

Dam KS05030 has a dam height of 22 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.