Dd Iv-12
Key Takeaway
Dd Iv-12 is classified as low hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 1998 and is 28 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 19 ft (taller than 21.5% in KS) |
| Dam Length | 1,250 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 338 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 22 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 800 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1998 (28 years old) |
| NID ID | KS07857 |
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
MILL CREEK WD NO 98
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Dd Iv-12?
Dd Iv-12 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 Dd Iv-12?
Dd Iv-12 is owned by MILL CREEK WD NO 98 (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Dd Iv-12 built?
Dd Iv-12 was completed in 1998, making it 28 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 Dd Iv-12?
Dd Iv-12 serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Dd Iv-12?
Dd Iv-12 has a dam height of 19 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 Dd Iv-12 last inspected?
Dd Iv-12 was last inspected on August 4, 1999. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.