Rice Farms Irrigation Pond
Key Takeaway
Rice Farms Irrigation Pond is classified as low hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 2014 and is 12 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 46.5% in KS) |
| Dam Length | 240 ft |
| Dam Type | Other |
| Max Storage | 260 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 101 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 15 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 2014 (12 years old) |
| NID ID | KS09514 |
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
RICE FAMILY FARMS
Federal Government
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What is the hazard classification of Rice Farms Irrigation Pond?
Rice Farms Irrigation Pond 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 Rice Farms Irrigation Pond?
Rice Farms Irrigation Pond is owned by RICE FAMILY FARMS (Federal Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Rice Farms Irrigation Pond built?
Rice Farms Irrigation Pond was completed in 2014, making it 12 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 Rice Farms Irrigation Pond?
Rice Farms Irrigation Pond serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Rice Farms Irrigation Pond?
Rice Farms Irrigation Pond has a dam height of 25 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 Rice Farms Irrigation Pond last inspected?
Rice Farms Irrigation Pond was last inspected on April 5, 2013. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.