Dam KS09381

SOUTH BRANCH SPILLMAN CREEK-TR· Lincoln, Kansas· Earth· 15 ft tall
Low Hazard Fire Protection Stock Or Small Fish Pond Recreation Not Listed

Key Takeaway

Dam KS09381 is classified as low hazard in Kansas. Its primary use is fire protection.

Physical Details

Dam Height 15 ft (taller than 5.9% in KS)
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage99 acre-ft
Drainage Area1 sq mi
NID IDKS09381

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: July 21, 2017
State Regulated: No
Regulatory Agency: KS Dept. of Agriculture

Ownership

HELLER, DWIGHT

Not Listed

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Frd No 5 (Spillman Creek)

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Frd No 12 (Spillman Creek)

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Frd No 10 (Spillman Creek)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Dam KS09381?

Dam KS09381 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 KS09381?

Dam KS09381 is owned by HELLER, DWIGHT (Not Listed). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Dam KS09381?

Dam KS09381 serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Dam KS09381?

Dam KS09381 has a dam height of 15 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 KS09381 last inspected?

Dam KS09381 was last inspected on July 21, 2017. 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.