Dam KS07678

Osborne, Kansas· Built 1971· Earth· 16 ft tall
Unknown Flood Risk Reduction Private

Key Takeaway

Dam KS07678 is classified as unknown in Kansas. It was completed in 1971 and is 55 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.

Physical Details

Dam Height 16 ft (taller than 9.1% in KS)
Dam Length450 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage50 acre-ft
Normal Storage9 acre-ft
Surface Area2 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Year Completed1971 (55 years old)
NID IDKS07678

Safety Information

Unknown

Hazard potential has not been determined.

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

WATSON, R W

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Dam KS07678?

Dam KS07678 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 KS07678?

Dam KS07678 is owned by WATSON, R W (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Dam KS07678 built?

Dam KS07678 was completed in 1971, making it 55 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 KS07678?

Dam KS07678 serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Dam KS07678?

Dam KS07678 has a dam height of 16 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.