Private Dam

NORTH CEDAR CREEK-TR· Jackson, Kansas· Built 1961· Earth· 19 ft tall

Key Takeaway

Private Dam is classified as low hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 1961 and is 65 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.

Physical Details

Dam Height 19 ft (taller than 21.5% in KS)
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage75 acre-ft
Normal Storage25 acre-ft
Surface Area6 acres
Year Completed1961 (65 years old)
NID IDKS00915

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: No
Regulatory Agency: KS Dept. of Agriculture

Ownership

GAY, ROBERT

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Private Dam?

Private 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 Private Dam?

Private Dam is owned by GAY, ROBERT (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Private Dam built?

Private Dam was completed in 1961, making it 65 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 Private Dam?

Private Dam serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Private Dam?

Private Dam 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.

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.