Delaware Mpd No 36 (Banner Creek)
Key Takeaway
Delaware Mpd No 36 (Banner Creek) is classified as high hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 1997 and is 29 years old. Its primary use is water supply. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 64 ft (taller than 99.2% in KS) |
| Dam Length | 3,100 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 23.0K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 8.1K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 535 acres |
| Drainage Area | 19 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 38,936 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1997 (29 years old) |
| NID ID | KS07757 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
JACKSON COUNTY
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Delaware Mpd No 36 (Banner Creek)?
Delaware Mpd No 36 (Banner Creek) is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Delaware Mpd No 36 (Banner Creek)?
Delaware Mpd No 36 (Banner Creek) is owned by JACKSON COUNTY (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Delaware Mpd No 36 (Banner Creek) built?
Delaware Mpd No 36 (Banner Creek) was completed in 1997, making it 29 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 Delaware Mpd No 36 (Banner Creek)?
Delaware Mpd No 36 (Banner Creek) serves the following purposes: Water Supply, Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Delaware Mpd No 36 (Banner Creek)?
Delaware Mpd No 36 (Banner Creek) has a dam height of 64 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 Delaware Mpd No 36 (Banner Creek) last inspected?
Delaware Mpd No 36 (Banner Creek) was last inspected on April 21, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.