Gsd No 17 (Pederson)
Key Takeaway
Gsd No 17 (Pederson) is classified as low hazard in Kansas. Its primary use is debris control.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 18 ft (taller than 16.5% in KS) |
| Dam Length | 450 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 51 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 3 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 2 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| NID ID | KS05062 |
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
LITTLE DELAWARE-MISSION CREEKS WJD NO 5
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Gsd No 17 (Pederson)?
Gsd No 17 (Pederson) 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 17 (Pederson)?
Gsd No 17 (Pederson) is owned by LITTLE DELAWARE-MISSION CREEKS WJD NO 5 (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Gsd No 17 (Pederson)?
Gsd No 17 (Pederson) 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 17 (Pederson)?
Gsd No 17 (Pederson) has a dam height of 18 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.