Dd No 116 (Ecklund)
Key Takeaway
Dd No 116 (Ecklund) is classified as low hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 1979 and is 47 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 26 ft (taller than 50.5% in KS) |
| Dam Length | 1,240 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 308 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 54 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 12 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 516 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1979 (47 years old) |
| NID ID | KS04541 |
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
DIAMOND CREEK WJD NO 61
Local Government
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Low Hazard 26 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Dd No 116 (Ecklund)?
Dd No 116 (Ecklund) 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 116 (Ecklund)?
Dd No 116 (Ecklund) is owned by DIAMOND CREEK WJD NO 61 (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Dd No 116 (Ecklund) built?
Dd No 116 (Ecklund) was completed in 1979, making it 47 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 116 (Ecklund)?
Dd No 116 (Ecklund) 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 116 (Ecklund)?
Dd No 116 (Ecklund) 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.