Mpd No 4-16

SPRING CREEK· Hodgeman, Kansas· Earth· 54 ft tall

High Hazard Flood Risk Reduction Recreation Debris Control Local Government

Key Takeaway

Mpd No 4-16 is classified as high hazard in Kansas. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. 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	54 ft (taller than 98.3% in KS)
Dam Length	2,900 ft
Dam Type	Earth
Max Storage	8.2K acre-ft
Normal Storage	712 acre-ft

Surface Area	104 acres
Drainage Area	33 sq mi
NID ID	KS07220

Safety Information

High Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: Yes

Last Inspection: April 19, 2023

State Regulated: Yes

Regulatory Agency: KS Dept. of Agriculture

Ownership

PAWNEE WJD NO 81

Local Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Mpd No 4-16?

Mpd No 4-16 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 Mpd No 4-16?

Mpd No 4-16 is owned by PAWNEE WJD NO 81 (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Mpd No 4-16?

Mpd No 4-16 serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction, Recreation, Debris Control. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Mpd No 4-16?

Mpd No 4-16 has a dam height of 54 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 4-16 last inspected?

Mpd No 4-16 was last inspected on April 19, 2023. 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.