Dd No 2-18d
Key Takeaway
Dd No 2-18d is classified as low hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 1974 and is 52 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 29 ft (taller than 67.7% in KS) |
| Dam Length | 1,480 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 512 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 27 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
| Year Completed | 1974 (52 years old) |
| NID ID | KS01591 |
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
PAWNEE WJD NO 81
Local Government
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Low Hazard 30 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Dd No 2-18d?
Dd No 2-18d 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 2-18d?
Dd No 2-18d is owned by PAWNEE WJD NO 81 (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Dd No 2-18d built?
Dd No 2-18d was completed in 1974, making it 52 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 2-18d?
Dd No 2-18d 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 2-18d?
Dd No 2-18d has a dam height of 29 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.