Valley Falls Water Supply Dam
Key Takeaway
Valley Falls Water Supply Dam is classified as low hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 1954 and is 72 years old. Its primary use is water supply.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 32 ft (taller than 79.1% in KS) |
| Dam Length | 560 ft |
| Max Storage | 108 acre-ft |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 450 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1954 (72 years old) |
| NID ID | KS02486 |
Safety Information
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?
Ownership
VALLEY FALLS, CITY OF
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Valley Falls Water Supply Dam?
Valley Falls Water Supply 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 Valley Falls Water Supply Dam?
Valley Falls Water Supply Dam is owned by VALLEY FALLS, CITY OF (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Valley Falls Water Supply Dam built?
Valley Falls Water Supply Dam was completed in 1954, making it 72 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 Valley Falls Water Supply Dam?
Valley Falls 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 Valley Falls Water Supply Dam?
Valley Falls 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 Valley Falls Water Supply Dam last inspected?
Valley Falls Water Supply Dam was last inspected on November 17, 1992. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.