Garnett City Dam
Key Takeaway
Garnett City Dam is classified as low hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 1935 and is 91 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 60 ft (taller than 98.9% in KS) |
| Dam Length | 1,100 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 920 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 840 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 45 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1935 (91 years old) |
| NID ID | KS00202 |
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
GARNETT, CITY OF
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Garnett City Dam?
Garnett City 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 Garnett City Dam?
Garnett City Dam is owned by GARNETT, CITY OF (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Garnett City Dam built?
Garnett City Dam was completed in 1935, making it 91 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 Garnett City Dam?
Garnett City Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation, Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Garnett City Dam?
Garnett City Dam has a dam height of 60 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 Garnett City Dam last inspected?
Garnett City Dam was last inspected on April 22, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.