Dam No 1 (South Pointe Bay)
Key Takeaway
Dam No 1 (South Pointe Bay) is classified as significant hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 1963 and is 63 years old. Its primary use is other. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 33 ft (taller than 81.7% in KS) |
| Dam Length | 850 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 988 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 600 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 55 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 2,576 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1963 (63 years old) |
| NID ID | KS01953 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
SHAWNEE COUNTY RWD NO 3 CONSOLIDATED
Public Utility
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What is the hazard classification of Dam No 1 (South Pointe Bay)?
Dam No 1 (South Pointe Bay) is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. 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 (South Pointe Bay)?
Dam No 1 (South Pointe Bay) is owned by SHAWNEE COUNTY RWD NO 3 CONSOLIDATED (Public Utility). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Dam No 1 (South Pointe Bay) built?
Dam No 1 (South Pointe Bay) was completed in 1963, making it 63 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
What is the primary purpose of Dam No 1 (South Pointe Bay)?
Dam No 1 (South Pointe Bay) serves the following purposes: Other, 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 (South Pointe Bay)?
Dam No 1 (South Pointe Bay) has a dam height of 33 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 (South Pointe Bay) last inspected?
Dam No 1 (South Pointe Bay) was last inspected on March 19, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.