Dam KS09521

WILEY CREEK· Ellsworth, Kansas· Earth· 18 ft tall
Low Hazard Fire Protection Stock Or Small Fish Pond Private

Key Takeaway

Dam KS09521 is classified as low hazard in Kansas. Its primary use is fire protection.

Physical Details

Dam Height 18 ft (taller than 16.5% in KS)
Dam Length600 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage262 acre-ft
Normal Storage93 acre-ft
Surface Area18 acres
Drainage Area3 sq mi
NID IDKS09521

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 19, 2009
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: KS Dept. of Agriculture

Ownership

HOFFMAN III, CHRISTIAN N

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Dam KS09521?

Dam KS09521 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 KS09521?

Dam KS09521 is owned by HOFFMAN III, CHRISTIAN N (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Dam KS09521?

Dam KS09521 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 KS09521?

Dam KS09521 has a dam height of 18 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 KS09521 last inspected?

Dam KS09521 was last inspected on March 19, 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.