Dam KS09026

MUDDY CREEK-TR· Nemaha, Kansas· Built 2004· Earth· 31 ft tall

Key Takeaway

Dam KS09026 is classified as low hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 2004 and is 22 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.

Physical Details

Dam Height 31 ft (taller than 76.4% in KS)
Dam Length620 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage165 acre-ft
Normal Storage45 acre-ft
Surface Area8 acres
Year Completed2004 (22 years old)
NID IDKS09026

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: December 17, 2004
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: KS Dept. of Agriculture

Ownership

BAUMGARTNER, DENZEL

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Dam KS09026?

Dam KS09026 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 KS09026?

Dam KS09026 is owned by BAUMGARTNER, DENZEL (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Dam KS09026 built?

Dam KS09026 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 KS09026?

Dam KS09026 serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond, Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Debris Control. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Dam KS09026?

Dam KS09026 has a dam height of 31 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 KS09026 last inspected?

Dam KS09026 was last inspected on December 17, 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.