Demonstration Project

BIG BULL CREEK-TR· Miami, Kansas· Built 1999· Earth· 27 ft tall

Key Takeaway

Demonstration Project is classified as low hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 1999 and is 27 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.

Physical Details

Dam Height 27 ft (taller than 57.6% in KS)
Dam Length700 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage65 acre-ft
Normal Storage34 acre-ft
Surface Area5 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Year Completed1999 (27 years old)
NID IDKS07778

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
State Regulated: No
Regulatory Agency: KS Dept. of Agriculture

Ownership

BACH, TOM

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Demonstration Project?

Demonstration Project 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 Demonstration Project?

Demonstration Project is owned by BACH, TOM (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Demonstration Project built?

Demonstration Project was completed in 1999, making it 27 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 Demonstration Project?

Demonstration Project serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Demonstration Project?

Demonstration Project has a dam height of 27 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.

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.