Dd No 109
Key Takeaway
Dd No 109 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 | 23 ft (taller than 38.6% in KS) |
| Dam Length | 842 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 206 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 18 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 661 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1998 (28 years old) |
| NID ID | KS07843 |
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
BIG CREEK WJD NO 48
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Dd No 109?
Dd No 109 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 109?
Dd No 109 is owned by BIG CREEK WJD NO 48 (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Dd No 109 built?
Dd No 109 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 No 109?
Dd No 109 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 109?
Dd No 109 has a dam height of 23 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 109 last inspected?
Dd No 109 was last inspected on July 15, 1997. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.