Ksnoname 4494
Key Takeaway
Ksnoname 4494 is classified as low hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 1974 and is 52 years old.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 26 ft (taller than 50.5% in KS) |
| Dam Length | 400 ft |
| Max Storage | 40 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 30 acre-ft |
| Year Completed | 1974 (52 years old) |
| NID ID | KS04494 |
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
DISHMAN
Private
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Unknown 50 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Ksnoname 4494?
Ksnoname 4494 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 Ksnoname 4494?
Ksnoname 4494 is owned by DISHMAN (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Ksnoname 4494 built?
Ksnoname 4494 was completed in 1974, making it 52 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
How tall is Ksnoname 4494?
Ksnoname 4494 has a dam height of 26 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.