Dd No Sc-4 (Snipe Creek)

SNIPE CREEK-TR· Marshall, Kansas· Built 1954· 41 ft tall
Significant Hazard Flood Risk Reduction Local Government

Key Takeaway

Dd No Sc-4 (Snipe Creek) is classified as significant hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 1954 and is 72 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 41 ft (taller than 93.5% in KS)
Dam Length620 ft
Max Storage149 acre-ft
Normal Storage19 acre-ft
Year Completed1954 (72 years old)
Year Modified2019
NID IDKS02393

Safety Information

Significant Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: Yes
Last Inspection: June 28, 2023
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: KS Dept. of Agriculture

Ownership

VERMILLION CREEK WJD NO 70 (DO NOT USE)

Local Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Dd No Sc-4 (Snipe Creek)?

Dd No Sc-4 (Snipe Creek) 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 Sc-4 (Snipe Creek)?

Dd No Sc-4 (Snipe Creek) is owned by VERMILLION CREEK WJD NO 70 (DO NOT USE) (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Dd No Sc-4 (Snipe Creek) built?

Dd No Sc-4 (Snipe Creek) was completed in 1954, making it 72 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 Sc-4 (Snipe Creek)?

Dd No Sc-4 (Snipe Creek) 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 Sc-4 (Snipe Creek)?

Dd No Sc-4 (Snipe Creek) has a dam height of 41 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 Sc-4 (Snipe Creek) last inspected?

Dd No Sc-4 (Snipe Creek) was last inspected on June 28, 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.