Whispering Oaks Subdiv. Dam
Key Takeaway
Whispering Oaks Subdiv. Dam is classified as low hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 1976 and is 50 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 28 ft (taller than 62.6% in KS) |
| Dam Length | 1,700 ft |
| Max Storage | 360 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 267 acre-ft |
| Max Discharge | 4,850 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1976 (50 years old) |
| NID ID | KS04635 |
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
ROLLINGS RIDGE DEV CO INC
Private
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Low Hazard 24 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Whispering Oaks Subdiv. Dam?
Whispering Oaks Subdiv. 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 Whispering Oaks Subdiv. Dam?
Whispering Oaks Subdiv. Dam is owned by ROLLINGS RIDGE DEV CO INC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Whispering Oaks Subdiv. Dam built?
Whispering Oaks Subdiv. Dam was completed in 1976, making it 50 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 Whispering Oaks Subdiv. Dam?
Whispering Oaks Subdiv. Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Whispering Oaks Subdiv. Dam?
Whispering Oaks Subdiv. Dam has a dam height of 28 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.