Dd No 219 (King)
Key Takeaway
Dd No 219 (King) is classified as low hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 1979 and is 47 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 14 ft (taller than 3.7% in KS) |
| Dam Length | 1,010 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 98 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 13 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1979 (47 years old) |
| NID ID | KS07547 |
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
CHERRY-PLUM CREEKS WJD NO 17
Local Government
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Dd No 219 (King)?
Dd No 219 (King) 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 219 (King)?
Dd No 219 (King) is owned by CHERRY-PLUM CREEKS WJD NO 17 (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Dd No 219 (King) built?
Dd No 219 (King) was completed in 1979, making it 47 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 219 (King)?
Dd No 219 (King) 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 219 (King)?
Dd No 219 (King) has a dam height of 14 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 219 (King) last inspected?
Dd No 219 (King) was last inspected on July 24, 2007. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.