Dam KS09080

ELK CREEK-TR· Jackson, Kansas· Built 2001· Earth· 24 ft tall
Low Hazard Fire Protection Stock Or Small Fish Pond Private

Key Takeaway

Dam KS09080 is classified as low hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 2001 and is 25 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.

Physical Details

Dam Height 24 ft (taller than 41.9% in KS)
Dam Length425 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage70 acre-ft
Normal Storage28 acre-ft
Surface Area5 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge240 cfs
Year Completed2001 (25 years old)
NID IDKS09080

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: March 11, 2002
State Regulated: No
Regulatory Agency: KS Dept. of Agriculture

Ownership

UTZ, KENNY

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Dam KS09080?

Dam KS09080 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 KS09080?

Dam KS09080 is owned by UTZ, KENNY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Dam KS09080 built?

Dam KS09080 was completed in 2001, making it 25 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 KS09080?

Dam KS09080 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 KS09080?

Dam KS09080 has a dam height of 24 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 KS09080 last inspected?

Dam KS09080 was last inspected on March 11, 2002. 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.