Dam KS05130

Tr- Wet Walnut Creek Mid Fork· Lane, Kansas· Built 1967· Earth· 16 ft tall

Key Takeaway

Dam KS05130 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 16 ft (taller than 9.1% in KS)
Dam Length354 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage61 acre-ft
Normal Storage25 acre-ft
Surface Area0 acres
Drainage Area2 sq mi
Max Discharge1,911 cfs
Year Completed1967 (59 years old)
NID IDKS05130

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

Ownership

Vincent

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Dam KS05130?

Dam KS05130 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 KS05130?

Dam KS05130 is owned by Vincent (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Dam KS05130 built?

Dam KS05130 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 KS05130?

Dam KS05130 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 KS05130?

Dam KS05130 has a dam height of 16 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.