Mcclure Dam

HICKORY CREEK-TR· Butler, Kansas· Built 2005· Earth· 52 ft tall
Low Hazard Fire Protection Stock Or Small Fish Pond Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Mcclure Dam is classified as low hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 2005 and is 21 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.

Physical Details

Dam Height 52 ft (taller than 97.9% in KS)
Dam Length630 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage576 acre-ft
Normal Storage366 acre-ft
Surface Area22 acres
Max Discharge1,246 cfs
Year Completed2005 (21 years old)
NID IDKS09221

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 14, 2004
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: KS Dept. of Agriculture

Ownership

MCCLURE, JACOB

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Mcclure Dam?

Mcclure 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 Mcclure Dam?

Mcclure Dam is owned by MCCLURE, JACOB (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Mcclure Dam built?

Mcclure Dam was completed in 2005, making it 21 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 Mcclure Dam?

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

How tall is Mcclure Dam?

Mcclure Dam has a dam height of 52 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 Mcclure Dam last inspected?

Mcclure Dam was last inspected on October 14, 2004. 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.