Dam KS07872

OAKLEY CREEK· Douglas, Kansas· Built 1999· Rockfill· 29 ft tall
Low Hazard Private

Key Takeaway

Dam KS07872 is classified as low hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 1999 and is 27 years old.

Physical Details

Dam Height 29 ft (taller than 67.7% in KS)
Dam Length520 ft
Dam TypeRockfill
Max Storage180 acre-ft
Normal Storage75 acre-ft
Surface Area10 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge767 cfs
Year Completed1999 (27 years old)
NID IDKS07872

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
Last Inspection: April 19, 2001
State Regulated: No
Regulatory Agency: KS Dept. of Agriculture

Ownership

PRICE, GARY

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Dam KS07872?

Dam KS07872 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 KS07872?

Dam KS07872 is owned by PRICE, GARY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Dam KS07872 built?

Dam KS07872 was completed in 1999, making it 27 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.

How tall is Dam KS07872?

Dam KS07872 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 KS07872 last inspected?

Dam KS07872 was last inspected on April 19, 2001. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

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.