Gs Dd No 7-34
Key Takeaway
Gs Dd No 7-34 is classified as low hazard in Kansas. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 30 ft (taller than 71.7% in KS) |
| Dam Length | 1,013 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 298 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 79 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 11 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 938 cfs |
| NID ID | KS07160 |
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
TAUY CREEK WJD NO 82
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Gs Dd No 7-34?
Gs Dd No 7-34 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 7-34?
Gs Dd No 7-34 is owned by TAUY CREEK WJD NO 82 (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Gs Dd No 7-34?
Gs Dd No 7-34 serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction, Debris Control. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Gs Dd No 7-34?
Gs Dd No 7-34 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.