Multiple Purpose Dam #6
Key Takeaway
Multiple Purpose Dam #6 is classified as high hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 1982 and is 44 years old. 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 | 52 ft (taller than 97.9% in KS) |
| Dam Length | 2,800 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 16.1K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 5.8K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 546 acres |
| Drainage Area | 25 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 3,900 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1982 (44 years old) |
| NID ID | KS07164 |
Safety Information
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?
Ownership
HERINGTON, CITY OF
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Multiple Purpose Dam #6?
Multiple Purpose Dam #6 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 Multiple Purpose Dam #6?
Multiple Purpose Dam #6 is owned by HERINGTON, CITY OF (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Multiple Purpose Dam #6 built?
Multiple Purpose Dam #6 was completed in 1982, making it 44 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 Multiple Purpose Dam #6?
Multiple Purpose Dam #6 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 Multiple Purpose Dam #6?
Multiple Purpose Dam #6 has a dam height of 52 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 Multiple Purpose Dam #6 last inspected?
Multiple Purpose Dam #6 was last inspected on April 30, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.