Thomas Dam

HICKORY CREEK-TR· Crawford, Kansas· Earth· 15 ft tall
Low Hazard Fire Protection Stock Or Small Fish Pond Private

Key Takeaway

Thomas Dam is classified as low hazard in Kansas. Its primary use is fire protection.

Physical Details

Dam Height 15 ft (taller than 5.9% in KS)
Dam Length1,400 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage62 acre-ft
Normal Storage26 acre-ft
Surface Area8 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
NID IDKS00461

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: February 11, 1991
State Regulated: No
Regulatory Agency: KS Dept. of Agriculture

Ownership

BENNETT, STEVEN

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Thomas Dam?

Thomas 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 Thomas Dam?

Thomas Dam is owned by BENNETT, STEVEN (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Thomas Dam?

Thomas Dam serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Thomas Dam?

Thomas Dam has a dam height of 15 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 Thomas Dam last inspected?

Thomas Dam was last inspected on February 11, 1991. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.