Dam KS09320

POTTAWATOMIE CREEK-TR· Coffey, Kansas· Built 2009· Earth· 30 ft tall
Low Hazard Irrigation Private

Key Takeaway

Dam KS09320 is classified as low hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 2009 and is 17 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 30 ft (taller than 71.7% in KS)
Dam Length750 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage150 acre-ft
Normal Storage93 acre-ft
Surface Area9 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge1,050 cfs
Year Completed2009 (17 years old)
NID IDKS09320

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 21, 2008
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: KS Dept. of Agriculture

Ownership

SHILLING BROTHERS

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Dam KS09320?

Dam KS09320 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 KS09320?

Dam KS09320 is owned by SHILLING BROTHERS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Dam KS09320 built?

Dam KS09320 was completed in 2009, making it 17 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 KS09320?

Dam KS09320 serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Dam KS09320?

Dam KS09320 has a dam height of 30 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 KS09320 last inspected?

Dam KS09320 was last inspected on October 21, 2008. 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.