Marsh Creek Dam

MARSH CREEK· Cloud, Kansas· Earth· 12 ft tall
Low Hazard State Government

Key Takeaway

Marsh Creek Dam is classified as low hazard in Kansas.

Physical Details

Dam Height 12 ft (taller than 1.3% in KS)
Dam Length3,300 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage1.1K acre-ft
Normal Storage550 acre-ft
Surface Area300 acres
Drainage Area149 sq mi
NID IDKS09259

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 4, 2005
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: KS Dept. of Agriculture

Ownership

KANSAS DEPT OF WILDLIFE PARKS & TOURISM

State Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Marsh Creek Dam?

Marsh Creek 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 Marsh Creek Dam?

Marsh Creek Dam is owned by KANSAS DEPT OF WILDLIFE PARKS & TOURISM (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

How tall is Marsh Creek Dam?

Marsh Creek Dam has a dam height of 12 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 Marsh Creek Dam last inspected?

Marsh Creek Dam was last inspected on October 4, 2005. 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.