Guetterman Dam

Miami, Kansas· Earth· 15 ft tall
Low Hazard Other Private

Key Takeaway

Guetterman Dam is classified as low hazard in Kansas. Its primary use is other.

Physical Details

Dam Height 15 ft (taller than 5.9% in KS)
Dam Length600 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage107 acre-ft
Normal Storage47 acre-ft
Surface Area0 acres
NID IDKS09199

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: June 5, 2008
State Regulated: No
Regulatory Agency: KS Dept. of Agriculture

Ownership

STEVE GUETTERMAN FARMS

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Guetterman Dam?

Guetterman Dam 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 Guetterman Dam?

Guetterman Dam is owned by STEVE GUETTERMAN FARMS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Guetterman Dam?

Guetterman Dam serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Guetterman Dam?

Guetterman Dam has a dam height of 15 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 Guetterman Dam last inspected?

Guetterman Dam was last inspected on June 5, 2008. 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.