Waste Storage Pond 4/West Yard
Key Takeaway
Waste Storage Pond 4/West Yard is classified as low hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 2005 and is 21 years old.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 10 ft (taller than 0.4% in KS) |
| Dam Length | 3,600 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 168 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 51 acre-ft |
| Year Completed | 2005 (21 years old) |
| NID ID | KS09276 |
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
CAPROCK INDUSTRIES
Private
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Low Hazard 21 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Waste Storage Pond 4/West Yard?
Waste Storage Pond 4/West Yard 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 Waste Storage Pond 4/West Yard?
Waste Storage Pond 4/West Yard is owned by CAPROCK INDUSTRIES (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Waste Storage Pond 4/West Yard built?
Waste Storage Pond 4/West Yard 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 Waste Storage Pond 4/West Yard?
Waste Storage Pond 4/West Yard has a dam height of 10 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 Waste Storage Pond 4/West Yard last inspected?
Waste Storage Pond 4/West Yard was last inspected on November 3, 2005. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.