Rodney Rice Dam

GRASSHOPPER CREEK-TR· Brown, Kansas· Earth· 31 ft tall
Low Hazard Irrigation Debris Control Private

Key Takeaway

Rodney Rice Dam is classified as low hazard in Kansas. Its primary use is irrigation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 31 ft (taller than 76.4% in KS)
Dam Length700 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage58 acre-ft
Drainage Area0 sq mi
NID IDKS09372

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
Last Inspection: February 5, 2009
State Regulated: No
Regulatory Agency: KS Dept. of Agriculture

Ownership

RODNEY RICE;TERRANCE & MAXINE RICE REVOCABLE TRUST

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Rodney Rice Dam?

Rodney Rice 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 Rodney Rice Dam?

Rodney Rice Dam is owned by RODNEY RICE;TERRANCE & MAXINE RICE REVOCABLE TRUST (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Rodney Rice Dam?

Rodney Rice Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation, Debris Control. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Rodney Rice Dam?

Rodney Rice Dam 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.

When was Rodney Rice Dam last inspected?

Rodney Rice Dam was last inspected on February 5, 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.