Frd No 8 (Spillman Creek)
Key Takeaway
Frd No 8 (Spillman Creek) is classified as significant hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 1984 and is 42 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 41 ft (taller than 93.5% in KS) |
| Dam Length | 1,479 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 2.4K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 70 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 17 acres |
| Drainage Area | 5 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1984 (42 years old) |
| NID ID | KS05312 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
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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What is the hazard classification of Frd No 8 (Spillman Creek)?
Frd No 8 (Spillman Creek) is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Frd No 8 (Spillman Creek)?
Frd No 8 (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.
When was Frd No 8 (Spillman Creek) built?
Frd No 8 (Spillman Creek) was completed in 1984, making it 42 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 Frd No 8 (Spillman Creek)?
Frd No 8 (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 8 (Spillman Creek)?
Frd No 8 (Spillman Creek) has a dam height of 41 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 8 (Spillman Creek) last inspected?
Frd No 8 (Spillman Creek) was last inspected on April 25, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.