Timber Creek Mpd No 29
Key Takeaway
Timber Creek Mpd No 29 is classified as high hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 1970 and is 56 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. 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 | 91 ft (taller than 99.7% in KS) |
| Dam Length | 5,800 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 65.3K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 19.8K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 1,130 acres |
| Drainage Area | 64 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 44,790 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1970 (56 years old) |
| NID ID | KS02453 |
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
WINFIELD, CITY OF
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Timber Creek Mpd No 29?
Timber Creek Mpd No 29 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 Timber Creek Mpd No 29?
Timber Creek Mpd No 29 is owned by WINFIELD, CITY OF (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Timber Creek Mpd No 29 built?
Timber Creek Mpd No 29 was completed in 1970, making it 56 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 Timber Creek Mpd No 29?
Timber Creek Mpd No 29 serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction, Recreation, Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Timber Creek Mpd No 29?
Timber Creek Mpd No 29 has a dam height of 91 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 Timber Creek Mpd No 29 last inspected?
Timber Creek Mpd No 29 was last inspected on September 15, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.