Dd No 113 (Nazarene)

BEAVER CREEK-TR· Harvey, Kansas· Earth· 24 ft tall
High Hazard Flood Risk Reduction Local Government

Key Takeaway

Dd No 113 (Nazarene) is classified as high hazard in Kansas. 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 24 ft (taller than 41.9% in KS)
Dam Length2,040 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage700 acre-ft
Normal Storage35 acre-ft
Surface Area13 acres
Drainage Area2 sq mi
Max Discharge1,244 cfs
NID IDKS04684

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: April 14, 2023
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: KS Dept. of Agriculture

Ownership

SAND CREEK WJD NO 68

Local Government

Nearby Dams

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Dd No 113 (Nazarene)?

Dd No 113 (Nazarene) 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 113 (Nazarene)?

Dd No 113 (Nazarene) is owned by SAND CREEK WJD NO 68 (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Dd No 113 (Nazarene)?

Dd No 113 (Nazarene) 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 113 (Nazarene)?

Dd No 113 (Nazarene) has a dam height of 24 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 113 (Nazarene) last inspected?

Dd No 113 (Nazarene) was last inspected on April 14, 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.