Mac Dam
Key Takeaway
Mac Dam is classified as low hazard in Kansas.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 46.5% in KS) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 165 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 111 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 16 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| NID ID | KS09593 |
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
MAC FARMS INC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Mac Dam?
Mac 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 Mac Dam?
Mac Dam is owned by MAC FARMS INC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
How tall is Mac Dam?
Mac 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.