Gs Dd No D-15 (Johnson)
Key Takeaway
Gs Dd No D-15 (Johnson) is classified as significant hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 1982 and is 44 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 37 ft (taller than 89.2% in KS) |
| Dam Length | 741 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 474 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 110 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 15 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1982 (44 years old) |
| Year Modified | 2010 |
| NID ID | KS07237 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
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 D-15 (Johnson)?
Gs Dd No D-15 (Johnson) is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. 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 D-15 (Johnson)?
Gs Dd No D-15 (Johnson) is owned by DELAWARE WJD NO 10 (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Gs Dd No D-15 (Johnson) built?
Gs Dd No D-15 (Johnson) was completed in 1982, making it 44 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 D-15 (Johnson)?
Gs Dd No D-15 (Johnson) 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 D-15 (Johnson)?
Gs Dd No D-15 (Johnson) has a dam height of 37 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 Gs Dd No D-15 (Johnson) last inspected?
Gs Dd No D-15 (Johnson) was last inspected on January 2, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.