Old Fish Farm

CAPTAIN CREEK - TR· Douglas, Kansas· Earth· 20 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Old Fish Farm is classified as low hazard in Kansas. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 20 ft (taller than 25% in KS)
Dam Length550 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage128 acre-ft
Normal Storage49 acre-ft
Surface Area10 acres
Drainage Area2 sq mi
Max Discharge2,090 cfs
NID IDKS09330

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: April 25, 2012
State Regulated: No
Regulatory Agency: KS Dept. of Agriculture

Ownership

SHULTS, GARY & PEGGY

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Old Fish Farm?

Old Fish Farm 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 Old Fish Farm?

Old Fish Farm is owned by SHULTS, GARY & PEGGY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Old Fish Farm?

Old Fish Farm serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Old Fish Farm?

Old Fish Farm has a dam height of 20 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 Old Fish Farm last inspected?

Old Fish Farm was last inspected on April 25, 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.