Multipurpose Site No 53
Key Takeaway
Multipurpose Site No 53 is classified as significant hazard in Kansas. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 63 ft (taller than 99.1% in KS) |
| Dam Length | 2,500 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 2.2K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 986 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 55 acres |
| Drainage Area | 4 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 8,000 cfs |
| NID ID | KS09002 |
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
MILL CREEK WJD NO 85
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Multipurpose Site No 53?
Multipurpose Site No 53 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 Multipurpose Site No 53?
Multipurpose Site No 53 is owned by MILL CREEK WJD NO 85 (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Multipurpose Site No 53?
Multipurpose Site No 53 serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction, Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Multipurpose Site No 53?
Multipurpose Site No 53 has a dam height of 63 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 Multipurpose Site No 53 last inspected?
Multipurpose Site No 53 was last inspected on April 22, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.