Livingston Dam

NINNESCAH RIVER-TR· Sedgwick, Kansas· Built 1957· Earth· 13 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Livingston Dam is classified as low hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 1957 and is 69 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 13 ft (taller than 2.2% in KS)
Dam Length670 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage60 acre-ft
Drainage Area2 sq mi
Year Completed1957 (69 years old)
NID IDKS03762

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: July 31, 2001
State Regulated: No
Regulatory Agency: KS Dept. of Agriculture

Ownership

LIVINGSTON, JERRY D

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Livingston Dam?

Livingston Dam 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 Livingston Dam?

Livingston Dam is owned by LIVINGSTON, JERRY D (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Livingston Dam built?

Livingston Dam was completed in 1957, making it 69 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 Livingston Dam?

Livingston Dam 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 Livingston Dam?

Livingston Dam has a dam height of 13 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 Livingston Dam last inspected?

Livingston Dam was last inspected on July 31, 2001. 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.