Graham Property Lake
Key Takeaway
Graham Property Lake is classified as low hazard in Kansas. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 25% in KS) |
| Dam Length | 1,200 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 222 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 62 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 14 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 3,700 cfs |
| NID ID | KS07076 |
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
MARCH OIL COMPANY
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Graham Property Lake?
Graham Property Lake 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 Graham Property Lake?
Graham Property Lake is owned by MARCH OIL COMPANY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Graham Property Lake?
Graham Property Lake serves the following purposes: Recreation, Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Graham Property Lake?
Graham Property Lake has a dam height of 20 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 Graham Property Lake last inspected?
Graham Property Lake was last inspected on March 22, 1980. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.