Spencer Dam
Key Takeaway
Spencer Dam is classified as low hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 1993 and is 33 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 46.5% in KS) |
| Dam Length | 1,200 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 244 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 115 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 18 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 600 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1993 (33 years old) |
| NID ID | KS07685 |
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
SPENCER, BENJAMIN F
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Spencer Dam?
Spencer Dam 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 Spencer Dam?
Spencer Dam is owned by SPENCER, BENJAMIN F (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Spencer Dam built?
Spencer Dam was completed in 1993, making it 33 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 Spencer Dam?
Spencer Dam serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Spencer Dam?
Spencer Dam has a dam height of 25 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.