Dam KS09232

TIMBER CREEK· Cowley, Kansas· Earth· 15 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Fire Protection Stock Or Small Fish Pond Private

Key Takeaway

Dam KS09232 is classified as low hazard in Kansas. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 15 ft (taller than 5.9% in KS)
Dam Length600 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage85 acre-ft
Normal Storage28 acre-ft
Surface Area8 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
NID IDKS09232

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 26, 1999
State Regulated: No
Regulatory Agency: KS Dept. of Agriculture

Ownership

ABEL, EUGENE

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Dam KS09232?

Dam KS09232 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 KS09232?

Dam KS09232 is owned by ABEL, EUGENE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Dam KS09232?

Dam KS09232 serves the following purposes: Recreation, 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 KS09232?

Dam KS09232 has a dam height of 15 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 KS09232 last inspected?

Dam KS09232 was last inspected on April 26, 1999. 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.