Project No. 1570

REPUBLICAN CREEK-TR· Butler, Kansas· Earth· 8 ft tall
Significant Hazard Flood Risk Reduction Debris Control Private

Key Takeaway

Project No. 1570 is classified as significant hazard in Kansas. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height 8 ft (taller than 0.1% in KS)
Dam Length800 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage69 acre-ft
Normal Storage0 acre-ft
Surface Area23 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge1,902 cfs
NID IDKS09009

Safety Information

Significant Hazard

No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: Yes
Last Inspection: February 4, 2009
State Regulated: No
Regulatory Agency: KS Dept. of Agriculture

Ownership

NORTH MEADOW ADDITION PROP. OWNERS ASSOC. BY BUILD

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Project No. 1570?

Project No. 1570 is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Project No. 1570?

Project No. 1570 is owned by NORTH MEADOW ADDITION PROP. OWNERS ASSOC. BY BUILD (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Project No. 1570?

Project No. 1570 serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction, Debris Control. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Project No. 1570?

Project No. 1570 has a dam height of 8 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 Project No. 1570 last inspected?

Project No. 1570 was last inspected on February 4, 2009. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

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.