Gsdd B-30 (Gc Gs 11)
Key Takeaway
Gsdd B-30 (Gc Gs 11) is classified as low hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 2000 and is 26 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 27 ft (taller than 57.6% in KS) |
| Dam Length | 750 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 378 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 46 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,248 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2000 (26 years old) |
| NID ID | KS07905 |
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 20 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Gsdd B-30 (Gc Gs 11)?
Gsdd B-30 (Gc Gs 11) 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 Gsdd B-30 (Gc Gs 11)?
Gsdd B-30 (Gc Gs 11) is owned by DELAWARE WJD NO 10 (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Gsdd B-30 (Gc Gs 11) built?
Gsdd B-30 (Gc Gs 11) 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 Gsdd B-30 (Gc Gs 11)?
Gsdd B-30 (Gc Gs 11) serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction, Debris Control. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Gsdd B-30 (Gc Gs 11)?
Gsdd B-30 (Gc Gs 11) has a dam height of 27 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 Gsdd B-30 (Gc Gs 11) last inspected?
Gsdd B-30 (Gc Gs 11) was last inspected on April 26, 2001. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.