Gassaway Dam
Key Takeaway
Gassaway Dam is classified as low hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 1963 and is 63 years old.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 39 ft (taller than 91.9% in KS) |
| Dam Length | 519 ft |
| Max Storage | 54 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 34 acre-ft |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 430 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1963 (63 years old) |
| NID ID | KS00633 |
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
THIEL, RANDALL R
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Gassaway Dam?
Gassaway 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 Gassaway Dam?
Gassaway Dam is owned by THIEL, RANDALL R (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Gassaway Dam built?
Gassaway Dam was completed in 1963, making it 63 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
How tall is Gassaway Dam?
Gassaway Dam 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.