K-7

BUNION CREEK-TR· Bourbon, Kansas· Built 2010· Earth· 20 ft tall
Low Hazard Debris Control Local Government

Key Takeaway

K-7 is classified as low hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 2010 and is 16 years old. Its primary use is debris control.

Physical Details

Dam Height 20 ft (taller than 25% in KS)
Dam Length1,256 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage338 acre-ft
Normal Storage51 acre-ft
Surface Area16 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Year Completed2010 (16 years old)
NID IDKS09341

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: September 28, 2010
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: KS Dept. of Agriculture

Ownership

MARMATON WJD NO 102

Local Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of K-7?

K-7 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 K-7?

K-7 is owned by MARMATON WJD NO 102 (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was K-7 built?

K-7 was completed in 2010, making it 16 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 K-7?

K-7 serves the following purposes: Debris Control. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is K-7?

K-7 has a dam height of 20 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 K-7 last inspected?

K-7 was last inspected on September 28, 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.