Dam KS07886

ELK CREEK· Osage, Kansas· Built 2000· Earth· 22 ft tall
High Hazard Fish And Wildlife Pond Recreation Local Government

Key Takeaway

Dam KS07886 is classified as high hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 2000 and is 26 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height 22 ft (taller than 34.2% in KS)
Dam Length200 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage124 acre-ft
Normal Storage33 acre-ft
Surface Area7 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge300 cfs
Year Completed2000 (26 years old)
Year Modified2011
NID IDKS07886

Safety Information

High Hazard

Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: Yes
Last Inspection: December 9, 2011
State Regulated: No
Regulatory Agency: KS Dept. of Agriculture

Ownership

OVERBROOK, CITY OF

Local Government

Nearby Dams

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Dam KS07886?

Dam KS07886 is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Dam KS07886?

Dam KS07886 is owned by OVERBROOK, CITY OF (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Dam KS07886 built?

Dam KS07886 was completed in 2000, making it 26 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 KS07886?

Dam KS07886 serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Dam KS07886?

Dam KS07886 has a dam height of 22 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 KS07886 last inspected?

Dam KS07886 was last inspected on December 9, 2011. 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.