Schmidt Dam
Key Takeaway
Schmidt Dam is classified as low hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 1977 and is 49 years old.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 23 ft (taller than 38.6% in KS) |
| Dam Length | 730 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 131 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 57 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 13 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 690 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1977 (49 years old) |
| NID ID | KS04597 |
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
HEDLUND REVOCABLE TRUST, LILLY
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Schmidt Dam?
Schmidt 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 Schmidt Dam?
Schmidt Dam is owned by HEDLUND REVOCABLE TRUST, LILLY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Schmidt Dam built?
Schmidt Dam was completed in 1977, making it 49 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
How tall is Schmidt Dam?
Schmidt Dam has a dam height of 23 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 Schmidt Dam last inspected?
Schmidt Dam was last inspected on January 14, 2008. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.