Dd No 111
Key Takeaway
Dd No 111 is classified as low hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 2014 and is 12 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 33 ft (taller than 81.7% in KS) |
| Dam Length | 1,140 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 408 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 33 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 2014 (12 years old) |
| NID ID | KS09513 |
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
OTTER CREEK WJD NO 83
Local Government
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Low Hazard 40 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Dd No 111?
Dd No 111 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 111?
Dd No 111 is owned by OTTER CREEK WJD NO 83 (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Dd No 111 built?
Dd No 111 was completed in 2014, making it 12 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 111?
Dd No 111 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 111?
Dd No 111 has a dam height of 33 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 111 last inspected?
Dd No 111 was last inspected on January 27, 2015. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.