Dam KS05263

Washington, Kansas· 22 ft tall

Key Takeaway

Dam KS05263 is classified as unknown in Kansas. Its primary use is fire protection.

Physical Details

Dam Height 22 ft (taller than 34.2% in KS)
Max Storage53 acre-ft
Normal Storage21 acre-ft
Surface Area4 acres
NID IDKS05263

Safety Information

Unknown

Hazard potential has not been determined.

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

HOUSCHEL, LARRY

Private

Nearby Dams

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Dam KS05263?

Dam KS05263 is classified as Unknown. Hazard potential has not been determined. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Dam KS05263?

Dam KS05263 is owned by HOUSCHEL, LARRY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Dam KS05263?

Dam KS05263 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 KS05263?

Dam KS05263 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.