Dam KS07096
Key Takeaway
Dam KS07096 is classified as low hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 1985 and is 41 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 46.5% in KS) |
| Dam Length | 550 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 680 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 231 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 33 acres |
| Drainage Area | 5 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 5,952 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1985 (41 years old) |
| NID ID | KS07096 |
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
TAYLOR, LOT F
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Dam KS07096?
Dam KS07096 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 KS07096?
Dam KS07096 is owned by TAYLOR, LOT F (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Dam KS07096 built?
Dam KS07096 was completed in 1985, making it 41 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 KS07096?
Dam KS07096 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 KS07096?
Dam KS07096 has a dam height of 25 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.