Shady Creek Res
Key Takeaway
Shady Creek Res is classified as low hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 2004 and is 22 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 24 ft (taller than 41.9% in KS) |
| Dam Length | 1,001 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 259 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 100 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 20 acres |
| Max Discharge | 1,191 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2004 (22 years old) |
| NID ID | KS09209 |
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
SHADY CREEK AGRICULTURAL LIMITED PARTNERSHIP
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Shady Creek Res?
Shady Creek Res 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 Shady Creek Res?
Shady Creek Res is owned by SHADY CREEK AGRICULTURAL LIMITED PARTNERSHIP (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Shady Creek Res built?
Shady Creek Res 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 Shady Creek Res?
Shady Creek Res serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Shady Creek Res?
Shady Creek Res has a dam height of 24 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 Shady Creek Res last inspected?
Shady Creek Res was last inspected on February 13, 2003. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.