Dd No 3-33a

SAW LOG CREEK-TR· Hodgeman, Kansas· Built 1974· Earth· 26 ft tall
Low Hazard Flood Risk Reduction Local Government

Key Takeaway

Dd No 3-33a 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 26 ft (taller than 50.5% in KS)
Dam Length1,070 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage709 acre-ft
Normal Storage41 acre-ft
Surface Area12 acres
Max Discharge1,746 cfs
Year Completed1974 (52 years old)
Year Modified2018
NID IDKS01547

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: August 9, 2018
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: KS Dept. of Agriculture

Ownership

PAWNEE WJD NO 81

Local Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Dd No 3-33a?

Dd No 3-33a 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 3-33a?

Dd No 3-33a 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 3-33a built?

Dd No 3-33a 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 3-33a?

Dd No 3-33a 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 3-33a?

Dd No 3-33a has a dam height of 26 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 3-33a last inspected?

Dd No 3-33a was last inspected on August 9, 2018. 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.