Dd No 107
Key Takeaway
Dd No 107 is classified as low hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 1980 and is 46 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 26 ft (taller than 50.5% in KS) |
| Dam Length | 750 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 175 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 30 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,400 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1980 (46 years old) |
| NID ID | KS07139 |
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
SOUTH FORK WJD NO 76
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Dd No 107?
Dd No 107 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 107?
Dd No 107 is owned by SOUTH FORK WJD NO 76 (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Dd No 107 built?
Dd No 107 was completed in 1980, making it 46 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 107?
Dd No 107 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 107?
Dd No 107 has a dam height of 26 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.