Tuttle Creek Dam
Key Takeaway
Tuttle Creek Dam is classified as high hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 1962 and is 64 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 Length | 7,500 ft |
| Dam Type | Rockfill |
| Max Storage | 2.3M acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 335.1K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 13,350 acres |
| Drainage Area | 9,628 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 612,000 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1962 (64 years old) |
| NID ID | KS00012 |
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
USACE - Kansas City District
Federal Government
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What is the hazard classification of Tuttle Creek Dam?
Tuttle Creek 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 Tuttle Creek Dam?
Tuttle Creek Dam is owned by USACE - Kansas City District (Federal Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Tuttle Creek Dam built?
Tuttle Creek Dam was completed in 1962, making it 64 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 Tuttle Creek Dam?
Tuttle Creek Dam serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction, Other, Navigation, Fish And Wildlife Pond, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
When was Tuttle Creek Dam last inspected?
Tuttle Creek Dam was last inspected on February 15, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.