Kars #838 Add-On

SOUTH FORK SOLOMON RIVER-TR· Osborne, Kansas· Earth· 21 ft tall
Significant Hazard Fire Protection Stock Or Small Fish Pond Private

Key Takeaway

Kars #838 Add-On is classified as significant hazard in Kansas. Its primary use is fire protection. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height 21 ft (taller than 31.3% in KS)
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage110 acre-ft
Normal Storage22 acre-ft
Surface Area6 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
NID IDKS09403

Safety Information

Significant Hazard

No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: March 7, 2012
State Regulated: No
Regulatory Agency: KS Dept. of Agriculture

Ownership

HARVEY TRUST, EDITH L TEST

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Kars #838 Add-On?

Kars #838 Add-On is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Kars #838 Add-On?

Kars #838 Add-On is owned by HARVEY TRUST, EDITH L TEST (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Kars #838 Add-On?

Kars #838 Add-On serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Kars #838 Add-On?

Kars #838 Add-On has a dam height of 21 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 Kars #838 Add-On last inspected?

Kars #838 Add-On was last inspected on March 7, 2012. 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.