Dd No 129
Key Takeaway
Dd No 129 is classified as low hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 1981 and is 45 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 46.5% in KS) |
| Dam Length | 1,400 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 895 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 104 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 278 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,030 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1981 (45 years old) |
| NID ID | KS07004 |
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 129?
Dd No 129 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 129?
Dd No 129 is owned by DEER CREEK WJD NO 55 (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Dd No 129 built?
Dd No 129 was completed in 1981, making it 45 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 129?
Dd No 129 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 129?
Dd No 129 has a dam height of 25 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.