Jessee Pond
Key Takeaway
Jessee Pond is classified as low hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 2012 and is 14 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 9 ft (taller than 0.3% in KS) |
| Dam Length | 1,553 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 234 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 116 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 24 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 3,050 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2012 (14 years old) |
| NID ID | KS09357 |
Safety Information
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?
Ownership
JESSEE GRAIN
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Jessee Pond?
Jessee Pond 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 Jessee Pond?
Jessee Pond is owned by JESSEE GRAIN (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Jessee Pond built?
Jessee Pond was completed in 2012, making it 14 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 Jessee Pond?
Jessee Pond 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 Jessee Pond?
Jessee Pond has a dam height of 9 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.