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DAM 1

RESERVOIR LEVELS
Unlisted/Unknown Dam Hickory Creek-Tr
April 1, 2025


42°F

Overnight

68°F

Tuesday

9mph

Windspeed

88%

Humidity

Dam 1, also known as Ksnoname 475, is a privately owned earth dam located in Crawford County, Kansas. Built in 1970 by the USDA NRCS, this dam serves multiple purposes including fire protection, stock watering, and as a small fish pond. With a structural height of 20 feet and a length of 1700 feet, Dam 1 has a normal storage capacity of 145 acre-feet and a maximum storage of 364.94 acre-feet.

The dam is situated on Hickory Creek-TR and is regulated by the Kansas Department of Agriculture. It has a low hazard potential and has not been rated for its condition. The last inspection of Dam 1 was conducted in November 2001, and it has not had any modifications or emergency action plans prepared. Despite its age, the dam continues to serve its intended purposes efficiently and remains a vital asset for water resource management in the area.

Overall, Dam 1 is a key infrastructure for water resource management in Crawford County, Kansas. With its primary functions of fire protection and water supply, this earth dam plays a crucial role in maintaining the local ecosystem and supporting agricultural activities in the region. As climate change continues to impact water resources, the importance of structures like Dam 1 in ensuring water availability and mitigating risks cannot be overstated.

Year_Completed 1970
Dam_Height 17
River_Or_Stream HICKORY CREEK-TR
Dam_Length 1700
Primary_Dam_Type Earth
Surface_Area 32.39
Hydraulic_Height 17
Drainage_Area 0.58
Nid_Storage 364.94
Structural_Height 20
Outlet_Gates None
Hazard_Potential Low
Foundations Unlisted/Unknown
Nid_Height 20
       



       

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