Mpd No 14
Key Takeaway
Mpd No 14 is classified as significant hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 1976 and is 50 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 40 ft (taller than 92.6% in KS) |
| Dam Length | 4,275 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 9.2K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 1.5K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 240 acres |
| Drainage Area | 16 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 7,940 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1976 (50 years old) |
| NID ID | KS04680 |
Safety Information
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?
Ownership
HARVEY COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Mpd No 14?
Mpd No 14 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 No 14?
Mpd No 14 is owned by HARVEY COUNTY COMMISSIONERS (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Mpd No 14 built?
Mpd No 14 was completed in 1976, making it 50 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 Mpd No 14?
Mpd No 14 serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction, Recreation, Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Mpd No 14?
Mpd No 14 has a dam height of 40 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 No 14 last inspected?
Mpd No 14 was last inspected on April 9, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.