Dam KS07758

Tr- Towhead Creek· Osage, Kansas· Built 1997· Earth· 23 ft tall

Key Takeaway

Dam KS07758 is classified as low hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 1997 and is 29 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.

Physical Details

Dam Height 23 ft (taller than 38.6% in KS)
Dam Length571 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage72 acre-ft
Normal Storage37 acre-ft
Surface Area0 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge400 cfs
Year Completed1997 (29 years old)
NID IDKS07758

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

Ownership

Patricia Kemble

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Dam KS07758?

Dam KS07758 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 KS07758?

Dam KS07758 is owned by Patricia Kemble (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Dam KS07758 built?

Dam KS07758 was completed in 1997, making it 29 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 KS07758?

Dam KS07758 serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond, 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 KS07758?

Dam KS07758 has a dam height of 23 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.