Dam No 1
Key Takeaway
Dam No 1 is classified as low hazard in Kansas. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 26 ft (taller than 50.5% in KS) |
| Dam Length | 720 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 64 acre-ft |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| NID ID | KS07337 |
Safety Information
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?
Ownership
LINN VALLEY LAKES
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Dam No 1?
Dam No 1 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 No 1?
Dam No 1 is owned by LINN VALLEY LAKES (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Dam No 1?
Dam No 1 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 No 1?
Dam No 1 has a dam height of 26 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.