Dam KS07931

BOW CREEK-TR· Graham, Kansas· Built 2000· Earth· 13 ft tall
Low Hazard Fish And Wildlife Pond Private

Key Takeaway

Dam KS07931 is classified as low hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 2000 and is 26 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.

Physical Details

Dam Height 13 ft (taller than 2.2% in KS)
Dam Length316 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage62 acre-ft
Normal Storage5 acre-ft
Surface Area3 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge177 cfs
Year Completed2000 (26 years old)
NID IDKS07931

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: February 10, 2003
State Regulated: No
Regulatory Agency: KS Dept. of Agriculture

Ownership

BOWMAN, RONALD R

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Dam KS07931?

Dam KS07931 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 KS07931?

Dam KS07931 is owned by BOWMAN, RONALD R (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Dam KS07931 built?

Dam KS07931 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 KS07931?

Dam KS07931 serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Dam KS07931?

Dam KS07931 has a dam height of 13 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 KS07931 last inspected?

Dam KS07931 was last inspected on February 10, 2003. 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.