Dam KS09256

LIGHTNING CREEK-TR· Crawford, Kansas· Built 2001· Earth· 8 ft tall
Low Hazard Private

Key Takeaway

Dam KS09256 is classified as low hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 2001 and is 25 years old.

Physical Details

Dam Height 8 ft (taller than 0.1% in KS)
Dam Length1,150 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage228 acre-ft
Normal Storage130 acre-ft
Surface Area16 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Year Completed2001 (25 years old)
NID IDKS09256

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: October 25, 2001
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: KS Dept. of Agriculture

Ownership

EGBERT, ALAN

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Dam KS09256?

Dam KS09256 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 KS09256?

Dam KS09256 is owned by EGBERT, ALAN (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Dam KS09256 built?

Dam KS09256 was completed in 2001, making it 25 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.

How tall is Dam KS09256?

Dam KS09256 has a dam height of 8 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 KS09256 last inspected?

Dam KS09256 was last inspected on October 25, 2001. 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.