Dcc - Site 1

ALLEN CREEK-TR· Lyon, Kansas· Built 2001· Earth· 20 ft tall

Significant Hazard Fire Protection Stock Or Small Fish Pond Private

Key Takeaway

Dcc - Site 1 is classified as significant hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 2001 and is 25 years old. Its primary use is fire protection. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height	20 ft (taller than 25% in KS)
Dam Length	1,000 ft
Dam Type	Earth
Max Storage	101 acre-ft
Normal Storage	32 acre-ft

Surface Area	8 acres
Drainage Area	0 sq mi
Max Discharge	645 cfs
Year Completed	2001 (25 years old)
NID ID	KS07899

Safety Information

Significant Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No

Last Inspection: November 9, 2006

State Regulated: Yes

Regulatory Agency: KS Dept. of Agriculture

Ownership

2I FEEDERS LLC

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Dcc - Site 1?

Dcc - Site 1 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 Dcc - Site 1?

Dcc - Site 1 is owned by 2I FEEDERS LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Dcc - Site 1 built?

Dcc - Site 1 was completed in 2001, making it 25 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 Dcc - Site 1?

Dcc - Site 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 Dcc - Site 1?

Dcc - Site 1 has a dam height of 20 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 Dcc - Site 1 last inspected?

Dcc - Site 1 was last inspected on November 9, 2006. 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.