Dam KS05135

Tr- Sand Creek· Meade, Kansas· Built 1975· Earth· 22 ft tall

Key Takeaway

Dam KS05135 is classified as low hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 1975 and is 51 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.

Physical Details

Dam Height 22 ft (taller than 34.2% in KS)
Dam Length320 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage114 acre-ft
Normal Storage48 acre-ft
Surface Area0 acres
Drainage Area2 sq mi
Max Discharge2,940 cfs
Year Completed1975 (51 years old)
NID IDKS05135

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

Frank Classen

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Dam KS05135?

Dam KS05135 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 KS05135?

Dam KS05135 is owned by Frank Classen (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Dam KS05135 built?

Dam KS05135 was completed in 1975, making it 51 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 KS05135?

Dam KS05135 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 KS05135?

Dam KS05135 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.