Mpd-1

CHETOPA CREEK· Neosho, Kansas· Earth· 47 ft tall
Significant Hazard Water Supply Flood Risk Reduction Local Government

Key Takeaway

Mpd-1 is classified as significant hazard in Kansas. Its primary use is water supply. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height 47 ft (taller than 96.6% in KS)
Dam Length880 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage1.2K acre-ft
Normal Storage528 acre-ft
Surface Area45 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge2,603 cfs
NID IDKS07444

Safety Information

Significant Hazard

No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: November 21, 2019
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: KS Dept. of Agriculture

Ownership

THAYER, CITY OF

Local Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Mpd-1?

Mpd-1 is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Mpd-1?

Mpd-1 is owned by THAYER, CITY OF (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Mpd-1?

Mpd-1 serves the following purposes: Water Supply, Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Mpd-1?

Mpd-1 has a dam height of 47 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 Mpd-1 last inspected?

Mpd-1 was last inspected on November 21, 2019. 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.