Merrill Trust Dam

INDIAN CREEK-TR· Comanche, Kansas· Built 1970· Earth· 20 ft tall
Low Hazard Private

Key Takeaway

Merrill Trust Dam is classified as low hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 1970 and is 56 years old.

Physical Details

Dam Height 20 ft (taller than 25% in KS)
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage80 acre-ft
Normal Storage50 acre-ft
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Year Completed1970 (56 years old)
NID IDKS01895

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: July 16, 2009
State Regulated: No
Regulatory Agency: KS Dept. of Agriculture

Ownership

MERRILL TRUSTS, CATHERINE & H A

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Merrill Trust Dam?

Merrill Trust 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 Merrill Trust Dam?

Merrill Trust Dam is owned by MERRILL TRUSTS, CATHERINE & H A (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Merrill Trust Dam built?

Merrill Trust Dam was completed in 1970, making it 56 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.

How tall is Merrill Trust Dam?

Merrill Trust Dam has a dam height of 20 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 Merrill Trust Dam last inspected?

Merrill Trust Dam was last inspected on July 16, 2009. 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.