Dam KS07144

FOLSOM CREEK-TR· Chase, Kansas· Built 1981· Earth· 20 ft tall

Key Takeaway

Dam KS07144 is classified as low hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 1981 and is 45 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.

Physical Details

Dam Height 20 ft (taller than 25% in KS)
Dam Length400 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage86 acre-ft
Normal Storage29 acre-ft
Surface Area6 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Year Completed1981 (45 years old)
NID IDKS07144

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
Regulatory Agency: KS Dept. of Agriculture

Ownership

WILLIAMS, MARIE

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Dam KS07144?

Dam KS07144 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 KS07144?

Dam KS07144 is owned by WILLIAMS, MARIE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Dam KS07144 built?

Dam KS07144 was completed in 1981, making it 45 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 KS07144?

Dam KS07144 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 KS07144?

Dam KS07144 has a dam height of 20 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.