Site 9-29
Key Takeaway
Site 9-29 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 | 27 ft (taller than 57.6% in KS) |
| Dam Length | 612 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 136 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 30 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Max Discharge | 744 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2003 (23 years old) |
| NID ID | KS09038 |
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
NEMAHA-BROWN WJD NO 7
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Site 9-29?
Site 9-29 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 9-29?
Site 9-29 is owned by NEMAHA-BROWN WJD NO 7 (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Site 9-29 built?
Site 9-29 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 9-29?
Site 9-29 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 9-29?
Site 9-29 has a dam height of 27 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 9-29 last inspected?
Site 9-29 was last inspected on December 17, 2004. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.