Edwards Flood Prevention Dam (Rc&D) Site No. 41
Key Takeaway
Edwards Flood Prevention Dam (Rc&D) Site No. 41 is classified as unknown in Kansas. It was completed in 1979 and is 47 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 43 ft (taller than 94.8% in KS) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Normal Storage | 3.1K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 55 acres |
| Year Completed | 1979 (47 years old) |
| NID ID | KS09530 |
Safety Information
Hazard potential has not been determined.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
KANSAS DEPT OF TRANSPORTATION
Local Government
Nearby Dams
Dam KS02664
Woodson, KS
Low Hazard 30 ftDam KS07631
Woodson, KS
Unknown 22 ftDam KS04390
Woodson, KS
Low Hazard 26 ftDd No 5
Woodson, KS
Low Hazard 38 ftDd No 2 (Wells)
Woodson, KS
Low Hazard 24 ftDam KS03801
Woodson, KS
Low Hazard 21 ftDd No 108
Coffey, KS
Low Hazard 20 ftDam KS00426
Coffey, KS
Low Hazard 22 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Edwards Flood Prevention Dam (Rc&D) Site No. 41?
Edwards Flood Prevention Dam (Rc&D) Site No. 41 is classified as Unknown. Hazard potential has not been determined. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Edwards Flood Prevention Dam (Rc&D) Site No. 41?
Edwards Flood Prevention Dam (Rc&D) Site No. 41 is owned by KANSAS DEPT OF TRANSPORTATION (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Edwards Flood Prevention Dam (Rc&D) Site No. 41 built?
Edwards Flood Prevention Dam (Rc&D) Site No. 41 was completed in 1979, making it 47 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 Edwards Flood Prevention Dam (Rc&D) Site No. 41?
Edwards Flood Prevention Dam (Rc&D) Site No. 41 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 Edwards Flood Prevention Dam (Rc&D) Site No. 41?
Edwards Flood Prevention Dam (Rc&D) Site No. 41 has a dam height of 43 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.