Melvern Waterfowl Marsh Dam #2
Key Takeaway
Melvern Waterfowl Marsh Dam #2 is classified as low hazard in Kansas. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 7 ft |
| Dam Length | 565 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 94 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 40 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 30 acres |
| NID ID | KS07458 |
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
KANSAS DEPT OF WILDLIFE PARKS & TOURISM
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Melvern Waterfowl Marsh Dam #2?
Melvern Waterfowl Marsh Dam #2 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 Melvern Waterfowl Marsh Dam #2?
Melvern Waterfowl Marsh Dam #2 is owned by KANSAS DEPT OF WILDLIFE PARKS & TOURISM (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Melvern Waterfowl Marsh Dam #2?
Melvern Waterfowl Marsh Dam #2 serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Melvern Waterfowl Marsh Dam #2?
Melvern Waterfowl Marsh Dam #2 has a dam height of 7 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.