Rolling Hills Refuge
Key Takeaway
Rolling Hills Refuge is classified as low hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 2004 and is 22 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 22 ft (taller than 34.2% in KS) |
| Dam Length | 470 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 54 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 34 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 50 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2004 (22 years old) |
| NID ID | KS09032 |
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
ROLLING HILL REFUGE WILDLIFE
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Rolling Hills Refuge?
Rolling Hills Refuge 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 Rolling Hills Refuge?
Rolling Hills Refuge is owned by ROLLING HILL REFUGE WILDLIFE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Rolling Hills Refuge built?
Rolling Hills Refuge was completed in 2004, making it 22 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 Rolling Hills Refuge?
Rolling Hills Refuge 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 Rolling Hills Refuge?
Rolling Hills Refuge has a dam height of 22 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 Rolling Hills Refuge last inspected?
Rolling Hills Refuge was last inspected on October 30, 2006. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.