Dam No 1

SOLOMON RIVER-TR· Ottawa, Kansas· Earth· 21 ft tall
Low Hazard Fire Protection Stock Or Small Fish Pond Private

Key Takeaway

Dam No 1 is classified as low hazard in Kansas. Its primary use is fire protection.

Physical Details

Dam Height 21 ft (taller than 31.3% in KS)
Dam Length500 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage182 acre-ft
Normal Storage58 acre-ft
Surface Area12 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge300 cfs
NID IDKS07624

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: June 1, 2007
State Regulated: No
Regulatory Agency: KS Dept. of Agriculture

Ownership

TRIPLE TREE HOME OWNERS ASSOCIATION

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

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 TRIPLE TREE HOME OWNERS ASSOCIATION (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: 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 No 1?

Dam No 1 has a dam height of 21 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 No 1 last inspected?

Dam No 1 was last inspected on June 1, 2007. 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.