Dam KS09375

SALT CREEK-TR· Elk, Kansas· Earth· 30 ft tall
Low Hazard Fire Protection Stock Or Small Fish Pond Fish And Wildlife Pond Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Dam KS09375 is classified as low hazard in Kansas. Its primary use is fire protection.

Physical Details

Dam Height 30 ft (taller than 71.7% in KS)
Dam Length742 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage320 acre-ft
Drainage Area2 sq mi
NID IDKS09375

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: January 29, 2009
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: KS Dept. of Agriculture

Ownership

RITCHIE CORPORATION

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Dam KS09375?

Dam KS09375 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 KS09375?

Dam KS09375 is owned by RITCHIE CORPORATION (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Dam KS09375?

Dam KS09375 serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Fish And Wildlife Pond, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Dam KS09375?

Dam KS09375 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 KS09375 last inspected?

Dam KS09375 was last inspected on January 29, 2009. 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.