Dd No 104
Key Takeaway
Dd No 104 is classified as significant hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 2001 and is 25 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 40 ft (taller than 92.6% in KS) |
| Dam Length | 1,000 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 663 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 64 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 11 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 165 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2001 (25 years old) |
| NID ID | KS09078 |
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
GROUSE-SILVER CREEKS WJD NO 92
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Dd No 104?
Dd No 104 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 Dd No 104?
Dd No 104 is owned by GROUSE-SILVER CREEKS WJD NO 92 (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Dd No 104 built?
Dd No 104 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 Dd No 104?
Dd No 104 serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction, Debris Control. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Dd No 104?
Dd No 104 has a dam height of 40 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 No 104 last inspected?
Dd No 104 was last inspected on April 11, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.