Spring Hill Water Supply Dam
Key Takeaway
Spring Hill Water Supply Dam is classified as high hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 1953 and is 73 years old. Its primary use is water supply. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 32 ft (taller than 79.1% in KS) |
| Dam Length | 900 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 656 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 369 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 40 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 2,160 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1953 (73 years old) |
| NID ID | KS02491 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
SPRING HILL, CITY OF
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Spring Hill Water Supply Dam?
Spring Hill Water Supply Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Spring Hill Water Supply Dam?
Spring Hill Water Supply Dam is owned by SPRING HILL, CITY OF (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Spring Hill Water Supply Dam built?
Spring Hill Water Supply Dam was completed in 1953, making it 73 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 Spring Hill Water Supply Dam?
Spring Hill Water Supply Dam serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Spring Hill Water Supply Dam?
Spring Hill Water Supply Dam has a dam height of 32 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 Spring Hill Water Supply Dam last inspected?
Spring Hill Water Supply Dam was last inspected on December 2, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.