Dam KS09143

Douglas, Kansas· Built 1975· Earth· 28 ft tall
Unknown Debris Control Private

Key Takeaway

Dam KS09143 is classified as unknown in Kansas. It was completed in 1975 and is 51 years old. Its primary use is debris control.

Physical Details

Dam Height 28 ft (taller than 62.6% in KS)
Dam Length650 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage71 acre-ft
Normal Storage30 acre-ft
Surface Area5 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Year Completed1975 (51 years old)
NID IDKS09143

Safety Information

Unknown

Hazard potential has not been determined.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: No
State Regulated: No
Regulatory Agency: KS Dept. of Agriculture

Ownership

FUSTON, DONALD

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Dam KS09143?

Dam KS09143 is classified as Unknown. Hazard potential has not been determined. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Dam KS09143?

Dam KS09143 is owned by FUSTON, DONALD (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Dam KS09143 built?

Dam KS09143 was completed in 1975, making it 51 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 KS09143?

Dam KS09143 serves the following purposes: Debris Control. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Dam KS09143?

Dam KS09143 has a dam height of 28 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.

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.