Fossil Creek Dam/Wr# 36;680
Key Takeaway
Fossil Creek Dam/Wr# 36;680 is classified as low hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 1998 and is 28 years old.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 22 ft (taller than 34.2% in KS) |
| Dam Length | 550 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 640 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 240 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 44 acres |
| Drainage Area | 16 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 9,024 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1998 (28 years old) |
| NID ID | KS02787 |
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
RUSSELL, CITY OF
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Fossil Creek Dam/Wr# 36;680?
Fossil Creek Dam/Wr# 36;680 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 Fossil Creek Dam/Wr# 36;680?
Fossil Creek Dam/Wr# 36;680 is owned by RUSSELL, CITY OF (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Fossil Creek Dam/Wr# 36;680 built?
Fossil Creek Dam/Wr# 36;680 was completed in 1998, making it 28 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
How tall is Fossil Creek Dam/Wr# 36;680?
Fossil Creek Dam/Wr# 36;680 has a dam height of 22 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 Fossil Creek Dam/Wr# 36;680 last inspected?
Fossil Creek Dam/Wr# 36;680 was last inspected on April 18, 1995. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.