Dd No 119

Jackson, Kansas· Built 1992· Earth· 30 ft tall
Low Hazard Flood Risk Reduction Local Government

Key Takeaway

Dd No 119 is classified as low hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 1992 and is 34 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.

Physical Details

Dam Height 30 ft (taller than 71.7% in KS)
Dam Length1,150 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage408 acre-ft
Normal Storage69 acre-ft
Surface Area11 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge1,600 cfs
Year Completed1992 (34 years old)
NID IDKS05153

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: December 18, 2009
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: KS Dept. of Agriculture

Ownership

CROSS CREEK WJD NO 42

Local Government

Nearby Dams

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Dd No 119?

Dd No 119 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 119?

Dd No 119 is owned by CROSS CREEK WJD NO 42 (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Dd No 119 built?

Dd No 119 was completed in 1992, making it 34 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 119?

Dd No 119 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 119?

Dd No 119 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 119 last inspected?

Dd No 119 was last inspected on December 18, 2009. 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.