Dd No 102
Key Takeaway
Dd No 102 is classified as low hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 1977 and is 49 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 28 ft (taller than 62.6% in KS) |
| Dam Length | 720 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 147 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 18 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 623 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1977 (49 years old) |
| NID ID | KS04608 |
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
PEYTON CREEK WD NO 71
Local Government
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Dd No 102?
Dd No 102 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 No 102?
Dd No 102 is owned by PEYTON CREEK WD NO 71 (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Dd No 102 built?
Dd No 102 was completed in 1977, making it 49 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 No 102?
Dd No 102 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 No 102?
Dd No 102 has a dam height of 28 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.