Middle Creek Mpd No 1
Key Takeaway
Middle Creek Mpd No 1 is classified as high hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 1984 and is 42 years old. Its primary use is water supply. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 53 ft (taller than 98.1% in KS) |
| Dam Length | 2,070 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 8.7K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 3.6K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Drainage Area | 7 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 2,480 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1984 (42 years old) |
| NID ID | KS05384 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
KANSAS DEPT OF WILDLIFE PARKS & TOURISM
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Middle Creek Mpd No 1?
Middle Creek Mpd No 1 is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Middle Creek Mpd No 1?
Middle Creek Mpd No 1 is owned by KANSAS DEPT OF WILDLIFE PARKS & TOURISM (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Middle Creek Mpd No 1 built?
Middle Creek Mpd No 1 was completed in 1984, making it 42 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 Middle Creek Mpd No 1?
Middle Creek Mpd No 1 serves the following purposes: Water Supply, Recreation, Debris Control. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Middle Creek Mpd No 1?
Middle Creek Mpd No 1 has a dam height of 53 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 Middle Creek Mpd No 1 last inspected?
Middle Creek Mpd No 1 was last inspected on January 11, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.