Olsen Gsd No 54
Key Takeaway
Olsen Gsd No 54 is classified as low hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 2003 and is 23 years old. Its primary use is debris control.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 19 ft (taller than 21.5% in KS) |
| Dam Length | 525 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 109 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 21 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 114 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2003 (23 years old) |
| Year Modified | 2003 |
| NID ID | KS02068 |
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
LITTLE DELAWARE-MISSION CREEKS WJD NO 5
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Olsen Gsd No 54?
Olsen Gsd No 54 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 Olsen Gsd No 54?
Olsen Gsd No 54 is owned by LITTLE DELAWARE-MISSION CREEKS WJD NO 5 (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Olsen Gsd No 54 built?
Olsen Gsd No 54 was completed in 2003, making it 23 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 Olsen Gsd No 54?
Olsen Gsd No 54 serves the following purposes: Debris Control. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Olsen Gsd No 54?
Olsen Gsd No 54 has a dam height of 19 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 Olsen Gsd No 54 last inspected?
Olsen Gsd No 54 was last inspected on August 7, 2003. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.