Site 7-14
Key Takeaway
Site 7-14 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 | 28 ft (taller than 62.6% in KS) |
| Dam Length | 1,280 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 699 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 115 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 23 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,570 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2002 (24 years old) |
| NID ID | KS09068 |
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
LONG-SCOTT CREEKS WD NO 93
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Site 7-14?
Site 7-14 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 7-14?
Site 7-14 is owned by LONG-SCOTT CREEKS WD NO 93 (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Site 7-14 built?
Site 7-14 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 7-14?
Site 7-14 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 7-14?
Site 7-14 has a dam height of 28 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 7-14 last inspected?
Site 7-14 was last inspected on July 24, 2007. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.