Dam KS07888

CHAPMAN CREEK· Dickinson, Kansas· Built 2000· Earth· 16 ft tall

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 Length470 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage53 acre-ft
Normal Storage19 acre-ft
Surface Area5 acres
Year Completed2000 (26 years old)
NID IDKS07888

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: August 7, 2000
State Regulated: No
Regulatory Agency: KS Dept. of Agriculture

Ownership

ELSASSER, MARILYN

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

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.

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.