Gs No C-29(Elk-9)
Key Takeaway
Gs No C-29(Elk-9) is classified as low hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 1991 and is 35 years old. Its primary use is debris control.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 28 ft (taller than 62.6% in KS) |
| Dam Length | 570 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 266 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 37 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,410 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1991 (35 years old) |
| NID ID | KS07269 |
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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Low Hazard 35 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Gs No C-29(Elk-9)?
Gs No C-29(Elk-9) 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 No C-29(Elk-9)?
Gs No C-29(Elk-9) 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 No C-29(Elk-9) built?
Gs No C-29(Elk-9) was completed in 1991, making it 35 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 No C-29(Elk-9)?
Gs No C-29(Elk-9) 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 No C-29(Elk-9)?
Gs No C-29(Elk-9) 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.