Dam KS09233

LIGHTNING CREEK-TR· Crawford, Kansas· Built 2005· Earth· 13 ft tall

Key Takeaway

Dam KS09233 is classified as low hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 2005 and is 21 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.

Physical Details

Dam Height 13 ft (taller than 2.2% in KS)
Dam Length1,650 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage82 acre-ft
Normal Storage23 acre-ft
Surface Area8 acres
Max Discharge29 cfs
Year Completed2005 (21 years old)
NID IDKS09233

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: July 27, 2005
State Regulated: No
Regulatory Agency: KS Dept. of Agriculture

Ownership

FRIGGERI, ROBERT

Private

Nearby Dams

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Dam KS09233?

Dam KS09233 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 KS09233?

Dam KS09233 is owned by FRIGGERI, ROBERT (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Dam KS09233 built?

Dam KS09233 was completed in 2005, making it 21 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 KS09233?

Dam KS09233 serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, 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 KS09233?

Dam KS09233 has a dam height of 13 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 KS09233 last inspected?

Dam KS09233 was last inspected on July 27, 2005. 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.