Jamvold Stream Obstruction/Dam

SOUTH FORK WOLF CREEK-TR· Brown, Kansas· Built 2014· Earth· 29 ft tall
Low Hazard Irrigation Private

Key Takeaway

Jamvold Stream Obstruction/Dam is classified as low hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 2014 and is 12 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 29 ft (taller than 67.7% in KS)
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage177 acre-ft
Normal Storage98 acre-ft
Surface Area11 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Year Completed2014 (12 years old)
NID IDKS09516

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
State Regulated: No
Regulatory Agency: KS Dept. of Agriculture

Ownership

ALFRED O JAMVOLD INC

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Jamvold Stream Obstruction/Dam?

Jamvold Stream Obstruction/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 Jamvold Stream Obstruction/Dam?

Jamvold Stream Obstruction/Dam is owned by ALFRED O JAMVOLD INC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Jamvold Stream Obstruction/Dam built?

Jamvold Stream Obstruction/Dam was completed in 2014, making it 12 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 Jamvold Stream Obstruction/Dam?

Jamvold Stream Obstruction/Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Jamvold Stream Obstruction/Dam?

Jamvold Stream Obstruction/Dam has a dam height of 29 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.

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.