Dd No D-26 (Ratliff)
Key Takeaway
Dd No D-26 (Ratliff) is classified as low hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 1976 and is 50 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 22 ft (taller than 34.2% in KS) |
| Dam Length | 690 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 288 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 84 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 15 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 993 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1976 (50 years old) |
| NID ID | KS04434 |
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
POTTAWATOMIE CREEK WJD NO 90
Local Government
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Low Hazard 28 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Dd No D-26 (Ratliff)?
Dd No D-26 (Ratliff) 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 D-26 (Ratliff)?
Dd No D-26 (Ratliff) is owned by POTTAWATOMIE CREEK WJD NO 90 (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Dd No D-26 (Ratliff) built?
Dd No D-26 (Ratliff) was completed in 1976, making it 50 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 D-26 (Ratliff)?
Dd No D-26 (Ratliff) 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 D-26 (Ratliff)?
Dd No D-26 (Ratliff) 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.