Site 51
Key Takeaway
Site 51 is classified as low hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 2003 and is 23 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 38 ft (taller than 90.5% in KS) |
| Dam Length | 550 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 189 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 24 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,360 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2003 (23 years old) |
| NID ID | KS09043 |
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
MILL CREEK WJD NO 85
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Site 51?
Site 51 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 51?
Site 51 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 51 built?
Site 51 was completed in 2003, making it 23 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 51?
Site 51 serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction, Debris Control. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Site 51?
Site 51 has a dam height of 38 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 51 last inspected?
Site 51 was last inspected on October 11, 2007. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.