Dam KS07874

SPRING BRANCH- TR· Marion, Kansas· Built 1999· Rockfill· 25 ft tall
Low Hazard Irrigation Private

Key Takeaway

Dam KS07874 is classified as low hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 1999 and is 27 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 25 ft (taller than 46.5% in KS)
Dam Length1,030 ft
Dam TypeRockfill
Max Storage629 acre-ft
Normal Storage232 acre-ft
Surface Area31 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge1,113 cfs
Year Completed1999 (27 years old)
NID IDKS07874

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: October 12, 1999
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: KS Dept. of Agriculture

Ownership

BREDEMEIER, DON

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Dam KS07874?

Dam KS07874 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 KS07874?

Dam KS07874 is owned by BREDEMEIER, DON (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Dam KS07874 built?

Dam KS07874 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.

What is the primary purpose of Dam KS07874?

Dam KS07874 serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Dam KS07874?

Dam KS07874 has a dam height of 25 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 KS07874 last inspected?

Dam KS07874 was last inspected on October 12, 1999. 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.