Wulfkuhle Dam

DEER CREEK-TR· Douglas, Kansas· Earth· 27 ft tall
Low Hazard Fire Protection Stock Or Small Fish Pond Private

Key Takeaway

Wulfkuhle Dam is classified as low hazard in Kansas. Its primary use is fire protection.

Physical Details

Dam Height 27 ft (taller than 57.6% in KS)
Dam Length350 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage27 acre-ft
Normal Storage16 acre-ft
Surface Area2 acres
Max Discharge216 cfs
NID IDKS00581

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
Last Inspection: July 22, 2004
State Regulated: No
Regulatory Agency: KS Dept. of Agriculture

Ownership

HOLDER, RICHARD H & JUDY M

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Wulfkuhle Dam?

Wulfkuhle 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 Wulfkuhle Dam?

Wulfkuhle Dam is owned by HOLDER, RICHARD H & JUDY M (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Wulfkuhle Dam?

Wulfkuhle Dam 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 Wulfkuhle Dam?

Wulfkuhle Dam has a dam height of 27 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 Wulfkuhle Dam last inspected?

Wulfkuhle Dam was last inspected on July 22, 2004. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

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.