Dd No 110

FOOS CREEK-TR· Cowley, Kansas· Built 1989· Earth· 30 ft tall

High Hazard Flood Risk Reduction Local Government

Key Takeaway

Dd No 110 is classified as high hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 1989 and is 37 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height	30 ft (taller than 71.7% in KS)
Dam Length	850 ft
Dam Type	Earth
Max Storage	581 acre-ft
Normal Storage	90 acre-ft

Surface Area	18 acres
Drainage Area	1 sq mi
Max Discharge	3,066 cfs
Year Completed	1989 (37 years old)
NID ID	KS07116

Safety Information

High Hazard

Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: No

Last Inspection: October 12, 2023

State Regulated: Yes

Regulatory Agency: KS Dept. of Agriculture

Ownership

MIDDLE WALNUT WJD NO 60

Local Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Dd No 110?

Dd No 110 is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Dd No 110?

Dd No 110 is owned by MIDDLE WALNUT WJD NO 60 (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Dd No 110 built?

Dd No 110 was completed in 1989, making it 37 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 110?

Dd No 110 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 110?

Dd No 110 has a dam height of 30 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 110 last inspected?

Dd No 110 was last inspected on October 12, 2023. 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.