Lake Nemaha Wetlands
Key Takeaway
Lake Nemaha Wetlands is classified as low hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 2002 and is 24 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 18 ft (taller than 16.5% in KS) |
| Dam Length | 6,057 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 2.1K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 462 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 121 acres |
| Drainage Area | 3 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 282 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2002 (24 years old) |
| NID ID | KS09051 |
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
KANSAS DEPT OF WILDLIFE PARKS & TOURISM
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Nemaha Wetlands?
Lake Nemaha Wetlands 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 Lake Nemaha Wetlands?
Lake Nemaha Wetlands is owned by KANSAS DEPT OF WILDLIFE PARKS & TOURISM (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake Nemaha Wetlands built?
Lake Nemaha Wetlands was completed in 2002, making it 24 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 Lake Nemaha Wetlands?
Lake Nemaha Wetlands serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Lake Nemaha Wetlands?
Lake Nemaha Wetlands has a dam height of 18 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.