Dd No Iii-1
Key Takeaway
Dd No Iii-1 is classified as significant hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 1994 and is 32 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 | 29 ft (taller than 67.7% in KS) |
| Dam Length | 1,000 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 931 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 55 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 13 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 4,750 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1994 (32 years old) |
| NID ID | KS07697 |
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
MILL CREEK WD NO 98
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Dd No Iii-1?
Dd No Iii-1 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 Iii-1?
Dd No Iii-1 is owned by MILL CREEK WD NO 98 (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Dd No Iii-1 built?
Dd No Iii-1 was completed in 1994, making it 32 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 Iii-1?
Dd No Iii-1 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 Iii-1?
Dd No Iii-1 has a dam height of 29 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 Iii-1 last inspected?
Dd No Iii-1 was last inspected on July 8, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.