Dd Vi

GRASSHOPPER CREEK-TR· Brown, Kansas· Built 2022· Earth· 38 ft tall
Low Hazard Flood Risk Reduction Local Government

Key Takeaway

Dd Vi is classified as low hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 2022 and is 4 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.

Physical Details

Dam Height 38 ft (taller than 90.5% in KS)
Dam Length850 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage620 acre-ft
Normal Storage90 acre-ft
Surface Area15 acres
Drainage Area2 sq mi
Year Completed2022 (4 years old)
NID IDKS02079

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: January 14, 2022
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: KS Dept. of Agriculture

Ownership

LITTLE DELAWARE-MISSION CREEKS WJD NO 5

Local Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Dd Vi?

Dd Vi 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 Vi?

Dd Vi is owned by LITTLE DELAWARE-MISSION CREEKS WJD NO 5 (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Dd Vi built?

Dd Vi was completed in 2022, making it 4 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 Vi?

Dd Vi 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 Vi?

Dd Vi has a dam height of 38 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 Vi last inspected?

Dd Vi was last inspected on January 14, 2022. 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.