Dd No 18-8
Key Takeaway
Dd No 18-8 is classified as significant hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 1999 and is 27 years old. Its primary use is debris control. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 39 ft (taller than 91.9% in KS) |
| Dam Length | 800 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 285 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 58 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1999 (27 years old) |
| NID ID | KS07873 |
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
WOLF RIVER WJD NO 66
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Dd No 18-8?
Dd No 18-8 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 18-8?
Dd No 18-8 is owned by WOLF RIVER WJD NO 66 (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Dd No 18-8 built?
Dd No 18-8 was completed in 1999, making it 27 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 18-8?
Dd No 18-8 serves the following purposes: Debris Control, 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 18-8?
Dd No 18-8 has a dam height of 39 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 18-8 last inspected?
Dd No 18-8 was last inspected on May 21, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.