Fairman Site
Key Takeaway
Fairman Site is classified as low hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 1935 and is 91 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 30 ft (taller than 71.7% in KS) |
| Dam Length | 425 ft |
| Max Storage | 75 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 50 acre-ft |
| Year Completed | 1935 (91 years old) |
| NID ID | KS01820 |
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
RILEY COUNTY
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Fairman Site?
Fairman Site 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 Fairman Site?
Fairman Site is owned by RILEY COUNTY (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Fairman Site built?
Fairman Site was completed in 1935, making it 91 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 Fairman Site?
Fairman Site serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Fairman Site?
Fairman Site has a dam height of 30 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.