Dam KS09047

WEST BRANCH TURKEY CREEK-TR· Dickinson, Kansas· Built 2003· Earth· 22 ft tall
Low Hazard Fire Protection Stock Or Small Fish Pond Private

Key Takeaway

Dam KS09047 is classified as low hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 2003 and is 23 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.

Physical Details

Dam Height 22 ft (taller than 34.2% in KS)
Dam Length1,090 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage199 acre-ft
Normal Storage91 acre-ft
Surface Area14 acres
Max Discharge976 cfs
Year Completed2003 (23 years old)
NID IDKS09047

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

PHILLIPS, DONALD D

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Dam KS09047?

Dam KS09047 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 KS09047?

Dam KS09047 is owned by PHILLIPS, DONALD D (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Dam KS09047 built?

Dam KS09047 was completed in 2003, making it 23 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 KS09047?

Dam KS09047 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 KS09047?

Dam KS09047 has a dam height of 22 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 KS09047 last inspected?

Dam KS09047 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.