Frd No I-1-25 (Illinois Crkdam)
Key Takeaway
Frd No I-1-25 (Illinois Crkdam) is classified as high hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 1969 and is 57 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 39 ft (taller than 91.9% in KS) |
| Dam Length | 1,200 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 6.7K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 527 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 111 acres |
| Drainage Area | 16 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 6,450 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1969 (57 years old) |
| NID ID | KS02395 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
BEE CREEK WJD NO 15
Local Government
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Low Hazard 25 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Frd No I-1-25 (Illinois Crkdam)?
Frd No I-1-25 (Illinois Crkdam) is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Frd No I-1-25 (Illinois Crkdam)?
Frd No I-1-25 (Illinois Crkdam) is owned by BEE CREEK WJD NO 15 (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Frd No I-1-25 (Illinois Crkdam) built?
Frd No I-1-25 (Illinois Crkdam) was completed in 1969, making it 57 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 I-1-25 (Illinois Crkdam)?
Frd No I-1-25 (Illinois Crkdam) serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Frd No I-1-25 (Illinois Crkdam)?
Frd No I-1-25 (Illinois Crkdam) has a dam height of 39 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 I-1-25 (Illinois Crkdam) last inspected?
Frd No I-1-25 (Illinois Crkdam) was last inspected on November 12, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.