Site 12-7

WOLF RIVER-TR· Brown, Kansas· Built 2000· Rockfill· 39 ft tall
Low Hazard Local Government

Key Takeaway

Site 12-7 is classified as low hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 2000 and is 26 years old.

Physical Details

Dam Height 39 ft (taller than 91.9% in KS)
Dam Length625 ft
Dam TypeRockfill
Max Storage109 acre-ft
Normal Storage27 acre-ft
Surface Area4 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge633 cfs
Year Completed2000 (26 years old)
NID IDKS07882

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: August 9, 2000
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: KS Dept. of Agriculture

Ownership

WOLF RIVER WJD NO 66

Local Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Site 12-7?

Site 12-7 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 Site 12-7?

Site 12-7 is owned by WOLF RIVER WJD NO 66 (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Site 12-7 built?

Site 12-7 was completed in 2000, making it 26 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.

How tall is Site 12-7?

Site 12-7 has a dam height of 39 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 Site 12-7 last inspected?

Site 12-7 was last inspected on August 9, 2000. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.