Private Dam
Key Takeaway
Private Dam is classified as low hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 1996 and is 30 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 24 ft (taller than 41.9% in KS) |
| Dam Length | 870 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 129 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 49 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,650 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1996 (30 years old) |
| NID ID | KS09086 |
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
PRICE, GARY
Private
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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 PRICE, GARY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Private Dam built?
Private Dam was completed in 1996, making it 30 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: Flood Risk Reduction, Recreation, Debris Control. 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 24 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 Private Dam last inspected?
Private Dam was last inspected on May 22, 1996. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.