Glasgow Dam

BIG MUDDY CREEK-TR· Jefferson, Kansas· Built 1976· Rockfill· 30 ft tall
Low Hazard Fire Protection Stock Or Small Fish Pond Private

Key Takeaway

Glasgow Dam is classified as low hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 1976 and is 50 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.

Physical Details

Dam Height 30 ft (taller than 71.7% in KS)
Dam Length435 ft
Dam TypeRockfill
Max Storage58 acre-ft
Normal Storage31 acre-ft
Surface Area4 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge1,432 cfs
Year Completed1976 (50 years old)
NID IDKS04016

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 18, 1990
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: KS Dept. of Agriculture

Ownership

GLASGOW, LOREN

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Glasgow Dam?

Glasgow 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 Glasgow Dam?

Glasgow Dam is owned by GLASGOW, LOREN (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Glasgow Dam built?

Glasgow Dam was completed in 1976, making it 50 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 Glasgow Dam?

Glasgow 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 Glasgow Dam?

Glasgow Dam has a dam height of 30 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 Glasgow Dam last inspected?

Glasgow Dam was last inspected on October 18, 1990. 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.