Dam KS09195

NINEMILE CREEK-TR· Leavenworth, Kansas· Earth· 40 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Fish And Wildlife Pond Private

Key Takeaway

Dam KS09195 is classified as low hazard in Kansas. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 40 ft (taller than 92.6% in KS)
Dam Length515 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage387 acre-ft
Normal Storage19 acre-ft
Surface Area17 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge1,720 cfs
NID IDKS09195

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 24, 2003
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: KS Dept. of Agriculture

Ownership

HURLBUT, GORDON

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Dam KS09195?

Dam KS09195 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 KS09195?

Dam KS09195 is owned by HURLBUT, GORDON (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Dam KS09195?

Dam KS09195 serves the following purposes: Recreation, Fish And Wildlife Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Dam KS09195?

Dam KS09195 has a dam height of 40 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 KS09195 last inspected?

Dam KS09195 was last inspected on April 24, 2003. 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.