Dd No 120
Key Takeaway
Dd No 120 is classified as significant hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 2006 and is 20 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 31 ft (taller than 76.4% in KS) |
| Dam Length | 935 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 350 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 41 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 2006 (20 years old) |
| NID ID | KS09271 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
SALT CREEK WJD NO 104
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Dd No 120?
Dd No 120 is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Dd No 120?
Dd No 120 is owned by SALT CREEK WJD NO 104 (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Dd No 120 built?
Dd No 120 was completed in 2006, making it 20 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 120?
Dd No 120 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 120?
Dd No 120 has a dam height of 31 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 120 last inspected?
Dd No 120 was last inspected on February 24, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.