Dam KS09280

HILL CREEK-TR· Lyon, Kansas· Built 2006· Earth· 23 ft tall
Low Hazard Private

Key Takeaway

Dam KS09280 is classified as low hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 2006 and is 20 years old.

Physical Details

Dam Height 23 ft (taller than 38.6% in KS)
Dam Length1,100 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage148 acre-ft
Normal Storage41 acre-ft
Surface Area9 acres
Max Discharge15 cfs
Year Completed2006 (20 years old)
NID IDKS09280

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: November 22, 2005
State Regulated: No
Regulatory Agency: KS Dept. of Agriculture

Ownership

KEITH, BRIAN K

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Dam KS09280?

Dam KS09280 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 KS09280?

Dam KS09280 is owned by KEITH, BRIAN K (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Dam KS09280 built?

Dam KS09280 was completed in 2006, making it 20 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.

How tall is Dam KS09280?

Dam KS09280 has a dam height of 23 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 KS09280 last inspected?

Dam KS09280 was last inspected on November 22, 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.