Mcadoo Road-Fill Dam
Key Takeaway
Mcadoo Road-Fill Dam is classified as low hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 1972 and is 54 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 39 ft (taller than 91.9% in KS) |
| Dam Length | 1,950 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 5.0K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 135 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 32 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 3,850 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1972 (54 years old) |
| NID ID | KS00227 |
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
BARBER COUNTY
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Mcadoo Road-Fill Dam?
Mcadoo Road-Fill 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 Mcadoo Road-Fill Dam?
Mcadoo Road-Fill Dam is owned by BARBER COUNTY (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Mcadoo Road-Fill Dam built?
Mcadoo Road-Fill Dam was completed in 1972, making it 54 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 Mcadoo Road-Fill Dam?
Mcadoo Road-Fill Dam serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Mcadoo Road-Fill Dam?
Mcadoo Road-Fill Dam has a dam height of 39 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.