Nw Berm

NORTH BRANCH HACKBERRY CREEK-TR· Gove, Kansas· Built 2012· Earth· 17 ft tall
Low Hazard Irrigation Private

Key Takeaway

Nw Berm is classified as low hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 2012 and is 14 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 17 ft (taller than 13% in KS)
Dam Length565 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage88 acre-ft
Normal Storage16 acre-ft
Surface Area4 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Year Completed2012 (14 years old)
NID IDKS09394

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: February 22, 2012
State Regulated: No
Regulatory Agency: KS Dept. of Agriculture

Ownership

PIONEER INC

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Nw Berm?

Nw Berm 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 Nw Berm?

Nw Berm is owned by PIONEER INC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Nw Berm built?

Nw Berm was completed in 2012, making it 14 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 Nw Berm?

Nw Berm serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Nw Berm?

Nw Berm has a dam height of 17 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 Nw Berm last inspected?

Nw Berm was last inspected on February 22, 2012. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.