Dam KS07595
Key Takeaway
Dam KS07595 is classified as low hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 1972 and is 54 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 24 ft (taller than 41.9% in KS) |
| Dam Length | 390 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 58 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 16 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 3 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1972 (54 years old) |
| NID ID | KS07595 |
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
MCLAUGHLIN, JOHN
Private
Nearby Dams
Dam KS00965
Jackson, KS
Low Hazard 27 ftDam KS07742
Jackson, KS
Low Hazard 17 ftPrairie Lake Dam
Jackson, KS
Low Hazard 35 ftGs Dd No C-86
Jackson, KS
Low Hazard 22 ftGs Dd No C-87
Jackson, KS
Low Hazard 30 ftGs Dd No C-88 (Gs-28a)
Jackson, KS
Low Hazard 38 ftDam KS00956
Jackson, KS
Low Hazard 24 ftDam KS04904
Jackson, KS
Low Hazard 25 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Dam KS07595?
Dam KS07595 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 KS07595?
Dam KS07595 is owned by MCLAUGHLIN, JOHN (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Dam KS07595 built?
Dam KS07595 was completed in 1972, making it 54 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 KS07595?
Dam KS07595 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 KS07595?
Dam KS07595 has a dam height of 24 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.