Kc Roadway Parkland South
Key Takeaway
Kc Roadway Parkland South is classified as high hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 2004 and is 22 years old. Its primary use is recreation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 21 ft (taller than 31.3% in KS) |
| Dam Length | 520 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 69 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 16 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 3 acres |
| Max Discharge | 2,057 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2004 (22 years old) |
| NID ID | KS09031 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
OLATHE, CITY OF
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Kc Roadway Parkland South?
Kc Roadway Parkland South is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Kc Roadway Parkland South?
Kc Roadway Parkland South is owned by OLATHE, CITY OF (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Kc Roadway Parkland South built?
Kc Roadway Parkland South was completed in 2004, making it 22 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 Kc Roadway Parkland South?
Kc Roadway Parkland South serves the following purposes: Recreation, Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Kc Roadway Parkland South?
Kc Roadway Parkland South 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 Kc Roadway Parkland South last inspected?
Kc Roadway Parkland South was last inspected on October 25, 2011. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.