Mpd No 50
Key Takeaway
Mpd No 50 is classified as low hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 1990 and is 36 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 49 ft (taller than 97.3% in KS) |
| Dam Length | 1,820 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 11.2K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 4.8K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 404 acres |
| Drainage Area | 13 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 7,377 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1990 (36 years old) |
| NID ID | KS05503 |
Safety Information
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?
Ownership
UPPER BLACK VERMILLION WJD NO 37
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Mpd No 50?
Mpd No 50 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 Mpd No 50?
Mpd No 50 is owned by UPPER BLACK VERMILLION WJD NO 37 (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Mpd No 50 built?
Mpd No 50 was completed in 1990, making it 36 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 50?
Mpd No 50 serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Mpd No 50?
Mpd No 50 has a dam height of 49 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 50 last inspected?
Mpd No 50 was last inspected on March 18, 2010. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.