Dd No 155

MILL CREEK-TR· Wabaunsee, Kansas· Built 2002· Earth· 36 ft tall
Low Hazard Flood Risk Reduction Local Government

Key Takeaway

Dd No 155 is classified as low hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 2002 and is 24 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.

Physical Details

Dam Height 36 ft (taller than 87.5% in KS)
Dam Length950 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage134 acre-ft
Normal Storage16 acre-ft
Surface Area3 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge788 cfs
Year Completed2002 (24 years old)
NID IDKS09064

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 16, 2002
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: KS Dept. of Agriculture

Ownership

MILL CREEK WJD NO 85

Local Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Dd No 155?

Dd No 155 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 155?

Dd No 155 is owned by MILL CREEK WJD NO 85 (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Dd No 155 built?

Dd No 155 was completed in 2002, making it 24 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 155?

Dd No 155 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 155?

Dd No 155 has a dam height of 36 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 155 last inspected?

Dd No 155 was last inspected on December 16, 2002. 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.