Us 77 Road Fill Dam
Key Takeaway
Us 77 Road Fill Dam is classified as high hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 1967 and is 59 years old. Its primary use is other. 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 | 29 ft (taller than 67.7% in KS) |
| Dam Length | 1,455 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 234 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 9 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 1 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1967 (59 years old) |
| NID ID | KS01815 |
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
KANSAS DEPT OF TRANSPORTATION
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Us 77 Road Fill Dam?
Us 77 Road Fill 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 Us 77 Road Fill Dam?
Us 77 Road Fill Dam is owned by KANSAS DEPT OF TRANSPORTATION (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Us 77 Road Fill Dam built?
Us 77 Road Fill Dam was completed in 1967, making it 59 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 Us 77 Road Fill Dam?
Us 77 Road Fill Dam serves the following purposes: Other, Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Us 77 Road Fill Dam?
Us 77 Road Fill Dam has a dam height of 29 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 Us 77 Road Fill Dam last inspected?
Us 77 Road Fill Dam was last inspected on April 21, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.