Feedlot Storage Basin Dam
Key Takeaway
Feedlot Storage Basin Dam is classified as low hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 2011 and is 15 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 27 ft (taller than 57.6% in KS) |
| Dam Length | 3,800 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 272 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 225 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 15 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 2,135 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2011 (15 years old) |
| NID ID | KS09354 |
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
HOXIE FEED YARD
Private
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Feedlot Storage Basin Dam?
Feedlot Storage Basin 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 Feedlot Storage Basin Dam?
Feedlot Storage Basin Dam is owned by HOXIE FEED YARD (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Feedlot Storage Basin Dam built?
Feedlot Storage Basin Dam was completed in 2011, making it 15 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 Feedlot Storage Basin Dam?
Feedlot Storage Basin Dam serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Feedlot Storage Basin Dam?
Feedlot Storage Basin Dam has a dam height of 27 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 Feedlot Storage Basin Dam last inspected?
Feedlot Storage Basin Dam was last inspected on February 21, 2011. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.