Norton
Key Takeaway
Norton is classified as high hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 1963 and is 63 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 | 131 ft (taller than 99.9% in KS) |
| Dam Length | 6,450 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 193.0K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 35.9K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6,551 acres |
| Drainage Area | 712 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 94,600 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1963 (63 years old) |
| NID ID | KS00024 |
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
RECLAMATION
Federal Government
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What is the hazard classification of Norton?
Norton 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 Norton?
Norton is owned by RECLAMATION (Federal Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Norton built?
Norton was completed in 1963, making it 63 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 Norton?
Norton serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction, Irrigation, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Norton?
Norton has a dam height of 131 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 Norton last inspected?
Norton was last inspected on April 6, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.