Site 152

MILL CREEK-TR· Wabaunsee, Kansas· Built 2002· Earth· 31 ft tall
Low Hazard Flood Risk Reduction Local Government

Key Takeaway

Site 152 is classified as low hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 2002 and is 24 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.

Physical Details

Dam Height 31 ft (taller than 76.4% in KS)
Dam Length480 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage127 acre-ft
Normal Storage15 acre-ft
Surface Area3 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge759 cfs
Year Completed2002 (24 years old)
NID IDKS09071

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: September 25, 2002
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: KS Dept. of Agriculture

Ownership

MILL CREEK WJD NO 85

Local Government

Nearby Dams

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Site 152?

Site 152 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 152?

Site 152 is owned by MILL CREEK WJD NO 85 (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Site 152 built?

Site 152 was completed in 2002, making it 24 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 Site 152?

Site 152 serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Site 152?

Site 152 has a dam height of 31 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 152 last inspected?

Site 152 was last inspected on September 25, 2002. 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.