Detention Dam No. 232
Key Takeaway
Detention Dam No. 232 is classified as low hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 1999 and is 27 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 25% in KS) |
| Dam Length | 2,200 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.1K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 68 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 24 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 4,000 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1999 (27 years old) |
| NID ID | KS07867 |
Safety Information
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?
Ownership
DEER CREEK WJD NO 55
Local Government
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Low Hazard 20 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Detention Dam No. 232?
Detention Dam No. 232 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 Detention Dam No. 232?
Detention Dam No. 232 is owned by DEER CREEK WJD NO 55 (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Detention Dam No. 232 built?
Detention Dam No. 232 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 Detention Dam No. 232?
Detention Dam No. 232 serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction, Debris Control. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Detention Dam No. 232?
Detention Dam No. 232 has a dam height of 20 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 Detention Dam No. 232 last inspected?
Detention Dam No. 232 was last inspected on July 31, 2009. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.