Dam KS07927

LIGHTNING CREEK-TR· Crawford, Kansas· Built 2004· Earth· 17 ft tall
Low Hazard Irrigation Private

Key Takeaway

Dam KS07927 is classified as low hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 2004 and is 22 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 17 ft (taller than 13% in KS)
Dam Length1,280 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage178 acre-ft
Normal Storage76 acre-ft
Surface Area17 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge462 cfs
Year Completed2004 (22 years old)
NID IDKS07927

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: January 8, 2004
State Regulated: No
Regulatory Agency: KS Dept. of Agriculture

Ownership

MICHAEL, JIM

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Dam KS07927?

Dam KS07927 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 KS07927?

Dam KS07927 is owned by MICHAEL, JIM (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Dam KS07927 built?

Dam KS07927 was completed in 2004, making it 22 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 KS07927?

Dam KS07927 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 KS07927?

Dam KS07927 has a dam height of 17 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 KS07927 last inspected?

Dam KS07927 was last inspected on January 8, 2004. 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.