Dd No 128

WALNUT CREEK-TR· Ness, Kansas· Built 1975· Earth· 20 ft tall
Low Hazard Flood Risk Reduction Local Government

Key Takeaway

Dd No 128 is classified as low hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 1975 and is 51 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.

Physical Details

Dam Height 20 ft (taller than 25% in KS)
Dam Length1,135 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage568 acre-ft
Normal Storage32 acre-ft
Surface Area8 acres
Max Discharge2,150 cfs
Year Completed1975 (51 years old)
Year Modified2012
NID IDKS03258

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: July 25, 2012
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: KS Dept. of Agriculture

Ownership

WET WALNUT CREEK WJD NO 58

Local Government

Nearby Dams

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Dd No 128?

Dd No 128 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 128?

Dd No 128 is owned by WET WALNUT CREEK WJD NO 58 (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Dd No 128 built?

Dd No 128 was completed in 1975, making it 51 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 128?

Dd No 128 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 128?

Dd No 128 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 128 last inspected?

Dd No 128 was last inspected on July 25, 2012. 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.