Dam KS07078
Key Takeaway
Dam KS07078 is classified as low hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 1983 and is 43 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 10 ft (taller than 0.4% in KS) |
| Dam Length | 925 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 75 acre-ft |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 2,500 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1983 (43 years old) |
| NID ID | KS07078 |
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
SANTA LURA RANCH INC
Private
Nearby Dams
Frd No 5
Cowley, KS
Low Hazard 35 ftDam KS04800
Butler, KS
Low Hazard 16 ftDam KS00283
Butler, KS
Low Hazard 30 ftFrd No 6
Butler, KS
Low Hazard 33 ftFrd No 7
Butler, KS
Low Hazard 33 ftFrd No 2
Butler, KS
Significant Hazard 38 ftDam KS03676
Cowley, KS
Low Hazard 17 ftFrd No 9
Butler, KS
Low Hazard 33 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Dam KS07078?
Dam KS07078 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 KS07078?
Dam KS07078 is owned by SANTA LURA RANCH INC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Dam KS07078 built?
Dam KS07078 was completed in 1983, making it 43 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 KS07078?
Dam KS07078 serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Dam KS07078?
Dam KS07078 has a dam height of 10 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.