Huerter Dam

YANKEE TANK CREEK-TR· Douglas, Kansas· Built 1964· Earth· 25 ft tall
Low Hazard Private

Key Takeaway

Huerter Dam is classified as low hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 1964 and is 62 years old.

Physical Details

Dam Height 25 ft (taller than 46.5% in KS)
Dam Length460 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage74 acre-ft
Normal Storage50 acre-ft
Surface Area5 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Year Completed1964 (62 years old)
NID IDKS00604

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: July 23, 2010
State Regulated: No
Regulatory Agency: KS Dept. of Agriculture

Ownership

HUERTER, ERIC & PAMELA

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Huerter Dam?

Huerter 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 Huerter Dam?

Huerter Dam is owned by HUERTER, ERIC & PAMELA (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Huerter Dam built?

Huerter Dam was completed in 1964, making it 62 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.

How tall is Huerter Dam?

Huerter Dam has a dam height of 25 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 Huerter Dam last inspected?

Huerter Dam was last inspected on July 23, 2010. 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.