Kars Add-On #940
Key Takeaway
Kars Add-On #940 is classified as low hazard in Kansas. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 21 ft (taller than 31.3% in KS) |
| Dam Length | 1,600 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 147 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 43 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 9 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| NID ID | KS09524 |
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
SCHECKEL FARMS
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Kars Add-On #940?
Kars Add-On #940 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 Kars Add-On #940?
Kars Add-On #940 is owned by SCHECKEL FARMS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Kars Add-On #940?
Kars Add-On #940 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 Kars Add-On #940?
Kars Add-On #940 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 Add-On #940 last inspected?
Kars Add-On #940 was last inspected on December 12, 2012. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.