Oskaloosa Water Supply Dam
Key Takeaway
Oskaloosa Water Supply Dam is classified as low hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 1954 and is 72 years old. Its primary use is water supply.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 21 ft (taller than 31.3% in KS) |
| Dam Length | 180 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 40 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 0 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1954 (72 years old) |
| NID ID | KS02485 |
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
OSKALOOSA, CITY OF
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Oskaloosa Water Supply Dam?
Oskaloosa Water Supply Dam 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 Oskaloosa Water Supply Dam?
Oskaloosa Water Supply Dam is owned by OSKALOOSA, CITY OF (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Oskaloosa Water Supply Dam built?
Oskaloosa Water Supply Dam was completed in 1954, making it 72 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 Oskaloosa Water Supply Dam?
Oskaloosa Water Supply Dam serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Oskaloosa Water Supply Dam?
Oskaloosa Water Supply Dam has a dam height of 21 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 Oskaloosa Water Supply Dam last inspected?
Oskaloosa Water Supply Dam was last inspected on May 10, 2005. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.