Dam KS05436
Key Takeaway
Dam KS05436 is classified as low hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 1987 and is 39 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 21 ft (taller than 31.3% in KS) |
| Dam Length | 550 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 67 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 22 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 900 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1987 (39 years old) |
| NID ID | KS05436 |
Safety Information
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?
Ownership
BRICE, VERA L
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Dam KS05436?
Dam KS05436 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 KS05436?
Dam KS05436 is owned by BRICE, VERA L (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Dam KS05436 built?
Dam KS05436 was completed in 1987, making it 39 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 KS05436?
Dam KS05436 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 KS05436?
Dam KS05436 has a dam height of 21 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.