Dam KS09169

DEER CREEK-TR· Atchison, Kansas· Earth· 29 ft tall
Low Hazard Flood Risk Reduction Debris Control Private

Key Takeaway

Dam KS09169 is classified as low hazard in Kansas. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.

Physical Details

Dam Height 29 ft (taller than 67.7% in KS)
Dam Length530 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage237 acre-ft
Normal Storage79 acre-ft
Surface Area11 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge1,570 cfs
NID IDKS09169

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: April 12, 1996
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: KS Dept. of Agriculture

Ownership

CAUDLE, ROGER

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Dam KS09169?

Dam KS09169 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 KS09169?

Dam KS09169 is owned by CAUDLE, ROGER (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Dam KS09169?

Dam KS09169 serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction, Debris Control. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Dam KS09169?

Dam KS09169 has a dam height of 29 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 KS09169 last inspected?

Dam KS09169 was last inspected on April 12, 1996. 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.