Dam KS07888
Key Takeaway
Dam KS07888 is classified as low hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 2000 and is 26 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 16 ft (taller than 9.1% in KS) |
| Dam Length | 470 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 53 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 19 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Year Completed | 2000 (26 years old) |
| NID ID | KS07888 |
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
ELSASSER, MARILYN
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Dam KS07888?
Dam KS07888 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 KS07888?
Dam KS07888 is owned by ELSASSER, MARILYN (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Dam KS07888 built?
Dam KS07888 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 KS07888?
Dam KS07888 serves the following purposes: 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 KS07888?
Dam KS07888 has a dam height of 16 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 KS07888 last inspected?
Dam KS07888 was last inspected on August 7, 2000. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.