Dd No 106

PLUM CREEK-TR· Woodson, Kansas· Built 1986· Earth· 19 ft tall
Low Hazard Flood Risk Reduction Local Government

Key Takeaway

Dd No 106 is classified as low hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 1986 and is 40 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.

Physical Details

Dam Height 19 ft (taller than 21.5% in KS)
Dam Length1,100 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage338 acre-ft
Normal Storage26 acre-ft
Surface Area10 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Year Completed1986 (40 years old)
NID IDKS07548

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: July 24, 2007
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: KS Dept. of Agriculture

Ownership

CHERRY-PLUM CREEKS WJD NO 17

Local Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Dd No 106?

Dd No 106 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 106?

Dd No 106 is owned by CHERRY-PLUM CREEKS WJD NO 17 (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Dd No 106 built?

Dd No 106 was completed in 1986, making it 40 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 106?

Dd No 106 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 106?

Dd No 106 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 No 106 last inspected?

Dd No 106 was last inspected on July 24, 2007. 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.