Gigstad Dam

WALNUT CREEK-TR· Jefferson, Kansas· Earth· 17 ft tall
Low Hazard Fire Protection Stock Or Small Fish Pond Private

Key Takeaway

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

Physical Details

Dam Height 17 ft (taller than 13% in KS)
Dam Length800 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage70 acre-ft
Normal Storage18 acre-ft
Surface Area5 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge250 cfs
NID IDKS07725

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: August 1, 1995
State Regulated: No
Regulatory Agency: KS Dept. of Agriculture

Ownership

GIGSTAD DAM

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Gigstad Dam?

Gigstad 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 Gigstad Dam?

Gigstad Dam is owned by GIGSTAD DAM (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Gigstad Dam?

Gigstad 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 Gigstad Dam?

Gigstad Dam has a dam height of 17 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 Gigstad Dam last inspected?

Gigstad Dam was last inspected on August 1, 1995. 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.