Dam KS09390

LITTLE OSAGE RIVER BASIN· Bourbon, Kansas· Earth· 29 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Dam KS09390 is classified as low hazard in Kansas. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 29 ft (taller than 67.7% in KS)
Dam Length675 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage197 acre-ft
Normal Storage55 acre-ft
Surface Area8 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
NID IDKS09390

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 26, 2007
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: KS Dept. of Agriculture

Ownership

BISOGNO SR, JOSEPH J

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Dam KS09390?

Dam KS09390 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 KS09390?

Dam KS09390 is owned by BISOGNO SR, JOSEPH J (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Dam KS09390?

Dam KS09390 serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Dam KS09390?

Dam KS09390 has a dam height of 29 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 KS09390 last inspected?

Dam KS09390 was last inspected on July 26, 2007. 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.