Dam KS09579

SALINE RIVER-TR· Ellis, Kansas· Earth· 25 ft tall
Low Hazard Fire Protection Stock Or Small Fish Pond Not Listed

Key Takeaway

Dam KS09579 is classified as low hazard in Kansas. Its primary use is fire protection.

Physical Details

Dam Height 25 ft (taller than 46.5% in KS)
Dam Length220 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage98 acre-ft
Normal Storage13 acre-ft
Surface Area3 acres
Drainage Area10 sq mi
NID IDKS09579

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: December 17, 2015
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: KS Dept. of Agriculture

Ownership

SCHMEID RANCH LLC

Not Listed

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Dam KS09579?

Dam KS09579 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 KS09579?

Dam KS09579 is owned by SCHMEID RANCH LLC (Not Listed). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Dam KS09579?

Dam KS09579 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 KS09579?

Dam KS09579 has a dam height of 25 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 KS09579 last inspected?

Dam KS09579 was last inspected on December 17, 2015. 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.