Duranleau Dam

SOUTH FORK WILDCAT CREEK-TR· Elk, Kansas· Earth· 16 ft tall
Low Hazard Fire Protection Stock Or Small Fish Pond Private

Key Takeaway

Duranleau Dam is classified as low hazard in Kansas. Its primary use is fire protection.

Physical Details

Dam Height 16 ft (taller than 9.1% in KS)
Dam Length700 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage204 acre-ft
Normal Storage24 acre-ft
Surface Area10 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
NID IDKS09377

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: March 15, 2012
State Regulated: No
Regulatory Agency: KS Dept. of Agriculture

Ownership

DURANLEAU, PAUL & FAYE

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Duranleau Dam?

Duranleau Dam 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 Duranleau Dam?

Duranleau Dam is owned by DURANLEAU, PAUL & FAYE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Duranleau Dam?

Duranleau Dam 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 Duranleau Dam?

Duranleau Dam has a dam height of 16 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 Duranleau Dam last inspected?

Duranleau Dam was last inspected on March 15, 2012. 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.