Pederson Gsd No 25
Key Takeaway
Pederson Gsd No 25 is classified as low hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 1956 and is 70 years old. Its primary use is debris control.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 28 ft (taller than 62.6% in KS) |
| Dam Length | 690 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 90 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 17 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 563 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1956 (70 years old) |
| NID ID | KS02065 |
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 Pederson Gsd No 25?
Pederson Gsd No 25 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 Pederson Gsd No 25?
Pederson Gsd No 25 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 Pederson Gsd No 25 built?
Pederson Gsd No 25 was completed in 1956, making it 70 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 Pederson Gsd No 25?
Pederson Gsd No 25 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 Pederson Gsd No 25?
Pederson Gsd No 25 has a dam height of 28 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.