Dam KS09069

DEER CREEK-TR· Allen, Kansas· Built 2002· Earth· 18 ft tall
Low Hazard Irrigation Private

Key Takeaway

Dam KS09069 is classified as low hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 2002 and is 24 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 18 ft (taller than 16.5% in KS)
Dam Length1,400 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage146 acre-ft
Normal Storage53 acre-ft
Surface Area15 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge650 cfs
Year Completed2002 (24 years old)
Year Modified2009
NID IDKS09069

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: July 25, 2007
State Regulated: No
Regulatory Agency: KS Dept. of Agriculture

Ownership

SUTHERLAND, RICHARD & JOE

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Dam KS09069?

Dam KS09069 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 KS09069?

Dam KS09069 is owned by SUTHERLAND, RICHARD & JOE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Dam KS09069 built?

Dam KS09069 was completed in 2002, making it 24 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 KS09069?

Dam KS09069 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 KS09069?

Dam KS09069 has a dam height of 18 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 KS09069 last inspected?

Dam KS09069 was last inspected on July 25, 2007. 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.