Gsd No. 11-13

SOUTH FORK WOLF RIVER-TR· Brown, Kansas· Built 2000· Earth· 41 ft tall
Low Hazard Debris Control Local Government

Key Takeaway

Gsd No. 11-13 is classified as low hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 2000 and is 26 years old. Its primary use is debris control.

Physical Details

Dam Height 41 ft (taller than 93.5% in KS)
Dam Length880 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage754 acre-ft
Normal Storage90 acre-ft
Surface Area15 acres
Drainage Area2 sq mi
Max Discharge1,372 cfs
Year Completed2000 (26 years old)
NID IDKS07883

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: August 9, 2000
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: KS Dept. of Agriculture

Ownership

WOLF RIVER WJD NO 66

Local Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Gsd No. 11-13?

Gsd No. 11-13 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 Gsd No. 11-13?

Gsd No. 11-13 is owned by WOLF RIVER WJD NO 66 (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Gsd No. 11-13 built?

Gsd No. 11-13 was completed in 2000, making it 26 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 Gsd No. 11-13?

Gsd No. 11-13 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 Gsd No. 11-13?

Gsd No. 11-13 has a dam height of 41 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 Gsd No. 11-13 last inspected?

Gsd No. 11-13 was last inspected on August 9, 2000. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.