E-2

LITTLE TURKEY CREEK· Neosho, Kansas· Built 2004· Earth· 14 ft tall
Low Hazard Flood Risk Reduction Local Government

Key Takeaway

E-2 is classified as low hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 2004 and is 22 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.

Physical Details

Dam Height 14 ft (taller than 3.7% in KS)
Dam Length1,754 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage280 acre-ft
Normal Storage18 acre-ft
Surface Area10 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge500 cfs
Year Completed2004 (22 years old)
NID IDKS09022

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: September 8, 2004
State Regulated: No
Regulatory Agency: KS Dept. of Agriculture

Ownership

TURKEY CREEK WJD NO 103

Local Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of E-2?

E-2 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 E-2?

E-2 is owned by TURKEY CREEK WJD NO 103 (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was E-2 built?

E-2 was completed in 2004, making it 22 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 E-2?

E-2 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 E-2?

E-2 has a dam height of 14 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 E-2 last inspected?

E-2 was last inspected on September 8, 2004. 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.