Hargis Creek Frd No 1
Key Takeaway
Hargis Creek Frd No 1 is classified as high hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 1973 and is 53 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 43 ft (taller than 94.8% in KS) |
| Dam Length | 4,150 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 5.2K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 416 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 69 acres |
| Drainage Area | 8 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 2,800 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1973 (53 years old) |
| NID ID | KS02528 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
WELLINGTON, CITY OF
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Hargis Creek Frd No 1?
Hargis Creek Frd No 1 is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Hargis Creek Frd No 1?
Hargis Creek Frd No 1 is owned by WELLINGTON, CITY OF (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Hargis Creek Frd No 1 built?
Hargis Creek Frd No 1 was completed in 1973, making it 53 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 Hargis Creek Frd No 1?
Hargis Creek Frd No 1 serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Hargis Creek Frd No 1?
Hargis Creek Frd No 1 has a dam height of 43 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 Hargis Creek Frd No 1 last inspected?
Hargis Creek Frd No 1 was last inspected on April 30, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.