Wahaus Dam
Key Takeaway
Wahaus Dam is classified as low hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 2005 and is 21 years old.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 19 ft (taller than 21.5% in KS) |
| Dam Length | 985 ft |
| Max Storage | 167 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 56 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 11 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 900 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2005 (21 years old) |
| NID ID | KS09268 |
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
WAHAUS, KEVIN
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Wahaus Dam?
Wahaus 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 Wahaus Dam?
Wahaus Dam is owned by WAHAUS, KEVIN (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Wahaus Dam built?
Wahaus Dam was completed in 2005, making it 21 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
How tall is Wahaus Dam?
Wahaus Dam has a dam height of 19 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.