Sabetha Country Club
Key Takeaway
Sabetha Country Club is classified as high hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 1970 and is 56 years old. Its primary use is other. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 38 ft (taller than 90.5% in KS) |
| Dam Length | 900 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 491 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 82 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 12 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 200 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1970 (56 years old) |
| Year Modified | 2002 |
| NID ID | KS01499 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
SABETHA GOLF CLUB
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Sabetha Country Club?
Sabetha Country Club is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Sabetha Country Club?
Sabetha Country Club is owned by SABETHA GOLF CLUB (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Sabetha Country Club built?
Sabetha Country Club was completed in 1970, making it 56 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 Country Club?
Sabetha Country Club serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Sabetha Country Club?
Sabetha Country Club has a dam height of 38 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 Sabetha Country Club last inspected?
Sabetha Country Club was last inspected on September 5, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.