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Henry Stube Dd No III, also known as Little Delaware Mission Creek FRS 3, is a local government-owned structure in Horton, Kansas, designed by the USDA NRCS. This dam serves the primary purpose of flood risk reduction along Grasshopper Creek, with a buttress core type and a height of 38 feet. With a normal storage capacity of 7 acre-feet and a maximum storage of 295 acre-feet, Henry Stube Dd No III plays a crucial role in managing water levels and protecting the surrounding area from potential flooding events.
Located in Brown County, Kansas, this dam is regulated and inspected by the Kansas Department of Agriculture, ensuring its compliance with state regulations and safety standards. With a low hazard potential and a condition assessment that is currently not rated, Henry Stube Dd No III remains a vital component of the local water resource infrastructure. Despite its age and lack of recent modifications, this dam continues to provide essential flood protection for the community while being well-maintained and monitored by the appropriate authorities.
Although lacking specific details on its construction year and recent inspection dates, Henry Stube Dd No III stands as a testament to effective flood risk reduction measures in the region. With no associated structures and a spillway width of 74 feet, this dam exemplifies the importance of proactive water resource management in mitigating potential risks and ensuring the safety of nearby residents. As climate change continues to impact water availability and extreme weather events, structures like Henry Stube Dd No III play a crucial role in safeguarding communities and ecosystems against the growing threats of flooding and water-related disasters.
Dam_Height | 38 |
River_Or_Stream | GRASSHOPPER CREEK-TR |
Dam_Length | 790 |
Hydraulic_Height | 35 |
Nid_Storage | 295 |
Structural_Height | 38 |
Outlet_Gates | None |
Hazard_Potential | Low |
Foundations | Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid_Height | 38 |
VERDIGRIS R NR VIRGIL | 30cfs |
LABETTE C NR OSWEGO | 25cfs |
NEOSHO R NR IOLA | 419cfs |
MARMATON R NR UNIONTOWN | 35cfs |
OTTER C AT CLIMAX | 12cfs |
POTTAWATOMIE C NR SCIPIO | 15cfs |
VERDIGRIS R AT INDEPENDENCE | 177cfs |
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