Dam KS09526

MEDICINE LODGE-TR· Barber, Kansas· Earth· 27 ft tall
Low Hazard Fire Protection Stock Or Small Fish Pond Fish And Wildlife Pond Private

Key Takeaway

Dam KS09526 is classified as low hazard in Kansas. Its primary use is fire protection.

Physical Details

Dam Height 27 ft (taller than 57.6% in KS)
Dam Length200 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage195 acre-ft
Normal Storage127 acre-ft
Surface Area17 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
NID IDKS09526

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 30, 2012
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: KS Dept. of Agriculture

Ownership

DIEL, BRENT

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Dam KS09526?

Dam KS09526 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 KS09526?

Dam KS09526 is owned by DIEL, BRENT (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Dam KS09526?

Dam KS09526 serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Fish And Wildlife Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Dam KS09526?

Dam KS09526 has a dam height of 27 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 KS09526 last inspected?

Dam KS09526 was last inspected on March 30, 2012. 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.