Gideon East Dam
Key Takeaway
Gideon East Dam is classified as low hazard in Kansas. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 31 ft (taller than 76.4% in KS) |
| Dam Length | 500 ft |
| Max Storage | 58 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 0 acre-ft |
| NID ID | KS01956 |
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
SILVER LAKE DRAINAGE DISTRICT
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Gideon East Dam?
Gideon East 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 Gideon East Dam?
Gideon East Dam is owned by SILVER LAKE DRAINAGE DISTRICT (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Gideon East Dam?
Gideon East Dam 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 Gideon East Dam?
Gideon East Dam has a dam height of 31 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.