Nw Berm
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 Length | 565 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 88 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 16 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 2012 (14 years old) |
| NID ID | KS09394 |
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
PIONEER INC
Private
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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.