Schwartz Building Site
Key Takeaway
Schwartz Building Site is classified as low hazard in Kansas. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 26 ft (taller than 50.5% in KS) |
| Dam Length | 840 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 90 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 37 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 310 cfs |
| Year Modified | 2005 |
| NID ID | KS00576 |
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
SCHWARTZ, DON
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Schwartz Building Site?
Schwartz Building Site 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 Schwartz Building Site?
Schwartz Building Site is owned by SCHWARTZ, DON (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Schwartz Building Site?
Schwartz Building Site 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 Schwartz Building Site?
Schwartz Building Site has a dam height of 26 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 Schwartz Building Site last inspected?
Schwartz Building Site was last inspected on April 20, 2005. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.