Dam KS09273

MIDDLE DRY CREEK-TR· Saline, Kansas· Built 2004· Earth· 13 ft tall
Low Hazard Fire Protection Stock Or Small Fish Pond Private

Key Takeaway

Dam KS09273 is classified as low hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 2004 and is 22 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.

Physical Details

Dam Height 13 ft (taller than 2.2% in KS)
Dam Length850 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage71 acre-ft
Normal Storage25 acre-ft
Surface Area7 acres
Max Discharge675 cfs
Year Completed2004 (22 years old)
NID IDKS09273

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 9, 2006
State Regulated: No
Regulatory Agency: KS Dept. of Agriculture

Ownership

LOPEZ, LUIS ALFREDO

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Dam KS09273?

Dam KS09273 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 KS09273?

Dam KS09273 is owned by LOPEZ, LUIS ALFREDO (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Dam KS09273 built?

Dam KS09273 was completed in 2004, making it 22 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 KS09273?

Dam KS09273 serves the following purposes: 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 KS09273?

Dam KS09273 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 KS09273 last inspected?

Dam KS09273 was last inspected on October 9, 2006. 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.