Herrmann Waste Area

ARKANSAS RIVER-TR· Ford, Kansas· Built 1965· 26 ft tall
Low Hazard Private

Key Takeaway

Herrmann Waste Area is classified as low hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 1965 and is 61 years old.

Physical Details

Dam Height 26 ft (taller than 50.5% in KS)
Dam Length910 ft
Max Storage160 acre-ft
Normal Storage100 acre-ft
Drainage Area2 sq mi
Year Completed1965 (61 years old)
NID IDKS03289

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: October 3, 1979
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: KS Dept. of Agriculture

Ownership

KANS, LLC

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Herrmann Waste Area?

Herrmann Waste Area 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 Herrmann Waste Area?

Herrmann Waste Area is owned by KANS, LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Herrmann Waste Area built?

Herrmann Waste Area was completed in 1965, making it 61 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.

How tall is Herrmann Waste Area?

Herrmann Waste Area has a dam height of 26 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 Herrmann Waste Area last inspected?

Herrmann Waste Area was last inspected on October 3, 1979. 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.