Dam KS09510

INDIAN CREEK-TR· Elk, Kansas· Earth· 28 ft tall

Key Takeaway

Dam KS09510 is classified as low hazard in Kansas. Its primary use is fire protection.

Physical Details

Dam Height 28 ft (taller than 62.6% in KS)
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage268 acre-ft
Normal Storage174 acre-ft
Surface Area22 acres
Drainage Area2 sq mi
NID IDKS09510

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: March 21, 2013
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: KS Dept. of Agriculture

Ownership

S & P LAND COMPANY LLC

Private

Nearby Dams

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Dam KS09510?

Dam KS09510 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 KS09510?

Dam KS09510 is owned by S & P LAND COMPANY LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Dam KS09510?

Dam KS09510 serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Dam KS09510?

Dam KS09510 has a dam height of 28 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 KS09510 last inspected?

Dam KS09510 was last inspected on March 21, 2013. 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.