Dam KS07612
Key Takeaway
Dam KS07612 is classified as unknown in Kansas. It was completed in 1977 and is 49 years old. Its primary use is debris control.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 22 ft (taller than 34.2% in KS) |
| Dam Length | 680 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 51 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 15 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1977 (49 years old) |
| NID ID | KS07612 |
Safety Information
Hazard potential has not been determined.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
SHANNON, RICHARD D
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Dam KS07612?
Dam KS07612 is classified as Unknown. Hazard potential has not been determined. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Dam KS07612?
Dam KS07612 is owned by SHANNON, RICHARD D (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Dam KS07612 built?
Dam KS07612 was completed in 1977, making it 49 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 KS07612?
Dam KS07612 serves the following purposes: Debris Control. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Dam KS07612?
Dam KS07612 has a dam height of 22 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.