Mtm 1
Key Takeaway
Mtm 1 is classified as low hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 1995 and is 31 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 39 ft (taller than 91.9% in KS) |
| Dam Length | 540 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 344 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 156 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 21 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,240 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1995 (31 years old) |
| NID ID | KS09107 |
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
MITCHELL, MIKE & JOHN T
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Mtm 1?
Mtm 1 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 Mtm 1?
Mtm 1 is owned by MITCHELL, MIKE & JOHN T (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Mtm 1 built?
Mtm 1 was completed in 1995, making it 31 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 Mtm 1?
Mtm 1 serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Mtm 1?
Mtm 1 has a dam height of 39 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 Mtm 1 last inspected?
Mtm 1 was last inspected on February 8, 1996. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.