Site #144

FOOS CREEK· Cowley, Kansas· Built 2000· Earth· 24 ft tall
Low Hazard Local Government

Key Takeaway

Site #144 is classified as low hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 2000 and is 26 years old.

Physical Details

Dam Height 24 ft (taller than 41.9% in KS)
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage452 acre-ft
Normal Storage54 acre-ft
Surface Area15 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge1,127 cfs
Year Completed2000 (26 years old)
NID IDKS07909

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: October 25, 2003
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: KS Dept. of Agriculture

Ownership

MIDDLE WALNUT WJD NO 60

Local Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Site #144?

Site #144 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 #144?

Site #144 is owned by MIDDLE WALNUT WJD NO 60 (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Site #144 built?

Site #144 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 #144?

Site #144 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 Site #144 last inspected?

Site #144 was last inspected on October 25, 2003. 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.