Varner Dam No 2
Key Takeaway
Varner Dam No 2 is classified as low hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 1971 and is 55 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 26 ft (taller than 50.5% in KS) |
| Dam Length | 390 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 47 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 23 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 3 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 499 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1971 (55 years old) |
| NID ID | KS01110 |
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
GANTZ LAND LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Varner Dam No 2?
Varner Dam No 2 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 Varner Dam No 2?
Varner Dam No 2 is owned by GANTZ LAND LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Varner Dam No 2 built?
Varner Dam No 2 was completed in 1971, making it 55 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 Varner Dam No 2?
Varner Dam No 2 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 Varner Dam No 2?
Varner Dam No 2 has a dam height of 26 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 Varner Dam No 2 last inspected?
Varner Dam No 2 was last inspected on April 16, 2013. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.