Dd No 8-5

TAUY CREEK-TR· Douglas, Kansas· Built 1995· Earth· 22 ft tall

High Hazard Flood Risk Reduction Debris Control Local Government

Key Takeaway

Dd No 8-5 is classified as high hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 1995 and is 31 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height	22 ft (taller than 34.2% in KS)
Dam Length	880 ft
Dam Type	Earth
Max Storage	241 acre-ft
Normal Storage	26 acre-ft

Surface Area	8 acres
Drainage Area	1 sq mi
Max Discharge	1,290 cfs
Year Completed	1995 (31 years old)
NID ID	KS09113

Safety Information

High Hazard

Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: Yes

Last Inspection: April 29, 2023

State Regulated: Yes

Regulatory Agency: KS Dept. of Agriculture

Ownership

TAUY CREEK WJD NO 82

Local Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Dd No 8-5?

Dd No 8-5 is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Dd No 8-5?

Dd No 8-5 is owned by TAUY CREEK WJD NO 82 (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Dd No 8-5 built?

Dd No 8-5 was completed in 1995, making it 31 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 8-5?

Dd No 8-5 serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction, Debris Control. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Dd No 8-5?

Dd No 8-5 has a dam height of 22 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 8-5 last inspected?

Dd No 8-5 was last inspected on April 29, 2023. 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.