Dd No I-13
Key Takeaway
Dd No I-13 is classified as significant hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 2008 and is 18 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 25% in KS) |
| Dam Length | 1,595 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 166 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 11 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,932 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2008 (18 years old) |
| NID ID | KS09315 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
FALL RIVER WJD NO 21
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Dd No I-13?
Dd No I-13 is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Dd No I-13?
Dd No I-13 is owned by FALL RIVER WJD NO 21 (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Dd No I-13 built?
Dd No I-13 was completed in 2008, making it 18 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 I-13?
Dd No I-13 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 I-13?
Dd No I-13 has a dam height of 20 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 I-13 last inspected?
Dd No I-13 was last inspected on April 30, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.