Dd No 33

ILLINOIS CREEK - TR· Wabaunsee, Kansas· Built 2000· Earth· 36 ft tall
Low Hazard Debris Control Water Supply Local Government

Key Takeaway

Dd No 33 is classified as low hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 2000 and is 26 years old. Its primary use is debris control.

Physical Details

Dam Height 36 ft (taller than 87.5% in KS)
Dam Length700 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage546 acre-ft
Normal Storage88 acre-ft
Surface Area14 acres
Drainage Area2 sq mi
Max Discharge3,812 cfs
Year Completed2000 (26 years old)
NID IDKS07907

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 7, 2000
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 33?

Dd No 33 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 33?

Dd No 33 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 33 built?

Dd No 33 was completed in 2000, making it 26 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 33?

Dd No 33 serves the following purposes: Debris Control, Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Dd No 33?

Dd No 33 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 33 last inspected?

Dd No 33 was last inspected on August 7, 2000. 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.