Gs Dd No C-42 (Elk 23)
Key Takeaway
Gs Dd No C-42 (Elk 23) is classified as low hazard in Kansas. Its primary use is debris control.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 34 ft (taller than 84% in KS) |
| Dam Length | 850 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 510 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 68 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 14 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,522 cfs |
| NID ID | KS07719 |
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
DELAWARE WJD NO 10
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Gs Dd No C-42 (Elk 23)?
Gs Dd No C-42 (Elk 23) 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 C-42 (Elk 23)?
Gs Dd No C-42 (Elk 23) is owned by DELAWARE WJD NO 10 (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Gs Dd No C-42 (Elk 23)?
Gs Dd No C-42 (Elk 23) serves the following purposes: 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 C-42 (Elk 23)?
Gs Dd No C-42 (Elk 23) has a dam height of 34 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.