Gs Dd No 4-20c
Key Takeaway
Gs Dd No 4-20c is classified as low hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 1989 and is 37 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 28 ft (taller than 62.6% in KS) |
| Dam Length | 510 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 97 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 22 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1989 (37 years old) |
| NID ID | KS07064 |
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
ROY'S CREEK WD NO 75
Local Government
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Low Hazard 28 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Gs Dd No 4-20c?
Gs Dd No 4-20c 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 Gs Dd No 4-20c?
Gs Dd No 4-20c is owned by ROY'S CREEK WD NO 75 (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Gs Dd No 4-20c built?
Gs Dd No 4-20c was completed in 1989, making it 37 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 Gs Dd No 4-20c?
Gs Dd No 4-20c 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 Gs Dd No 4-20c?
Gs Dd No 4-20c has a dam height of 28 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.