Sabetha City Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Sabetha City Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 1936 and is 90 years old. Its primary use is water supply.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 44 ft (taller than 95.4% in KS) |
| Dam Length | 1,360 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 2.9K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 1.3K acre-ft |
| Drainage Area | 9 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 9,000 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1936 (90 years old) |
| NID ID | KS02513 |
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
SABETHA, CITY OF
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Sabetha City Lake Dam?
Sabetha City Lake 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 Sabetha City Lake Dam?
Sabetha City Lake Dam is owned by SABETHA, CITY OF (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Sabetha City Lake Dam built?
Sabetha City Lake Dam was completed in 1936, making it 90 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 Sabetha City Lake Dam?
Sabetha City Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Sabetha City Lake Dam?
Sabetha City Lake Dam has a dam height of 44 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.