Mcclure Dam

WALNUT RIVER-TR· Butler, Kansas· Earth· 29 ft tall
Low Hazard Fire Protection Stock Or Small Fish Pond Private

Key Takeaway

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

Physical Details

Dam Height 29 ft (taller than 67.7% in KS)
Dam Length620 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage380 acre-ft
Normal Storage98 acre-ft
Surface Area14 acres
Drainage Area3 sq mi
NID IDKS09371

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: February 19, 1992
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: KS Dept. of Agriculture

Ownership

MCCLURE, ALLEN D

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, ALLEN D (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Mcclure Dam?

Mcclure 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 Mcclure Dam?

Mcclure Dam has a dam height of 29 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 February 19, 1992. 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.