Gibbens Dam

KILL CREEK-TR· Johnson, Kansas· Earth· 22 ft tall
Low Hazard Fire Protection Stock Or Small Fish Pond Private

Key Takeaway

Gibbens Dam is classified as low hazard in Kansas. Its primary use is fire protection.

Physical Details

Dam Height 22 ft (taller than 34.2% in KS)
Dam Length520 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage70 acre-ft
Normal Storage31 acre-ft
Surface Area4 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge350 cfs
NID IDKS01174

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: October 22, 1987
State Regulated: No
Regulatory Agency: KS Dept. of Agriculture

Ownership

GIBBENS, PW

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Gibbens Dam?

Gibbens 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 Gibbens Dam?

Gibbens Dam is owned by GIBBENS, PW (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Gibbens Dam?

Gibbens Dam serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Gibbens Dam?

Gibbens Dam has a dam height of 22 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 Gibbens Dam last inspected?

Gibbens Dam was last inspected on October 22, 1987. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.