Dd No 45
Key Takeaway
Dd No 45 is classified as low hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 1989 and is 37 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 28 ft (taller than 62.6% in KS) |
| Dam Length | 510 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 147 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 38 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 3,120 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1989 (37 years old) |
| NID ID | KS07540 |
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
MILL CREEK WJD NO 85
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Dd No 45?
Dd No 45 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 45?
Dd No 45 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 45 built?
Dd No 45 was completed in 1989, making it 37 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 45?
Dd No 45 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 45?
Dd No 45 has a dam height of 28 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.