Dam KS07844
Key Takeaway
Dam KS07844 is classified as low hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 1998 and is 28 years old.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 29 ft (taller than 67.7% in KS) |
| Dam Length | 1,270 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 406 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 262 acre-ft |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1998 (28 years old) |
| NID ID | KS07844 |
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
CAPROCK INDUSTRIES
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Dam KS07844?
Dam KS07844 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 KS07844?
Dam KS07844 is owned by CAPROCK INDUSTRIES (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Dam KS07844 built?
Dam KS07844 was completed in 1998, making it 28 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
How tall is Dam KS07844?
Dam KS07844 has a dam height of 29 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.
When was Dam KS07844 last inspected?
Dam KS07844 was last inspected on May 28, 1998. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.