Maars Dam

GROUSE CREEK· Cowley, Kansas· Earth· 25 ft tall
Low Hazard Fire Protection Stock Or Small Fish Pond Private

Key Takeaway

Maars Dam is classified as low hazard in Kansas. Its primary use is fire protection.

Physical Details

Dam Height 25 ft (taller than 46.5% in KS)
Dam Length670 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage298 acre-ft
Normal Storage175 acre-ft
Surface Area16 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge1,216 cfs
NID IDKS07128

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: October 11, 1991
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: KS Dept. of Agriculture

Ownership

MARRS, KENT

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Maars Dam?

Maars 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 Maars Dam?

Maars Dam is owned by MARRS, KENT (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Maars Dam?

Maars Dam serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Maars Dam?

Maars Dam has a dam height of 25 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 Maars Dam last inspected?

Maars Dam was last inspected on October 11, 1991. 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.