Frd No 12 (Spillman Creek)
Key Takeaway
Frd No 12 (Spillman Creek) is classified as low hazard in Kansas. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 36 ft (taller than 87.5% in KS) |
| Dam Length | 2,200 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.6K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 126 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 29 acres |
| Drainage Area | 4 sq mi |
| NID ID | KS05446 |
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
SPILLMAN CREEK WJD NO 43 REVISED
Local Government
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Low Hazard 10 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Frd No 12 (Spillman Creek)?
Frd No 12 (Spillman Creek) 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 Frd No 12 (Spillman Creek)?
Frd No 12 (Spillman Creek) is owned by SPILLMAN CREEK WJD NO 43 REVISED (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Frd No 12 (Spillman Creek)?
Frd No 12 (Spillman Creek) 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 Frd No 12 (Spillman Creek)?
Frd No 12 (Spillman Creek) has a dam height of 36 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 Frd No 12 (Spillman Creek) last inspected?
Frd No 12 (Spillman Creek) was last inspected on December 4, 1996. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.