Dam KS07678
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 Length | 450 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 50 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 9 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 2 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1971 (55 years old) |
| NID ID | KS07678 |
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
WATSON, R W
Private
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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.