Wenger Pdam

Nemaha, Kansas· Earth· 30 ft tall
Low Hazard Irrigation Not Listed

Key Takeaway

Wenger Pdam is classified as low hazard in Kansas. Its primary use is irrigation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 30 ft (taller than 71.7% in KS)
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage157 acre-ft
Normal Storage93 acre-ft
Surface Area13 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
NID IDKS09624

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: KS Dept. of Agriculture

Ownership

WENGER, BRAD

Not Listed

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Wenger Pdam?

Wenger Pdam 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 Wenger Pdam?

Wenger Pdam is owned by WENGER, BRAD (Not Listed). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Wenger Pdam?

Wenger Pdam serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Wenger Pdam?

Wenger Pdam has a dam height of 30 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.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.