Pollution Control Structure

McPherson, Kansas· Earth· 31 ft tall
Low Hazard Flood Risk Reduction Other Private

Key Takeaway

Pollution Control Structure is classified as low hazard in Kansas. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.

Physical Details

Dam Height 31 ft (taller than 76.4% in KS)
Dam Length460 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage197 acre-ft
Normal Storage8 acre-ft
Surface Area11 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
NID IDKS07396

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
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: KS Dept. of Agriculture

Ownership

SUMMIT PRODUCERS CO

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Pollution Control Structure?

Pollution Control Structure 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 Pollution Control Structure?

Pollution Control Structure is owned by SUMMIT PRODUCERS CO (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Pollution Control Structure?

Pollution Control Structure serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction, Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Pollution Control Structure?

Pollution Control Structure has a dam height of 31 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.

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.