Dd No 121 (Depoe)
Key Takeaway
Dd No 121 (Depoe) is classified as low hazard in Kansas. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 25% in KS) |
| Dam Length | 1,230 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 425 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 75 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 23 acres |
| Max Discharge | 782 cfs |
| NID ID | KS04430 |
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
DEER CREEK WJD NO 55
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Dd No 121 (Depoe)?
Dd No 121 (Depoe) 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 121 (Depoe)?
Dd No 121 (Depoe) is owned by DEER CREEK WJD NO 55 (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Dd No 121 (Depoe)?
Dd No 121 (Depoe) 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 121 (Depoe)?
Dd No 121 (Depoe) has a dam height of 20 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 121 (Depoe) last inspected?
Dd No 121 (Depoe) was last inspected on December 29, 1999. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.