Summary
The dam, designed by Wheatly and Pearce, is classified as an earth dam with a height of 30 feet and a length of 820 feet. It has a storage capacity of 544 acre-feet and a drainage area of 6.51 square miles, with a maximum discharge capacity of 6500 cubic feet per second.
Managed by a private entity, the dam is regulated by the Kansas Department of Agriculture and undergoes regular inspections to ensure its structural integrity and safety. Despite its low hazard potential, the dam has not been rated for its condition assessment, and emergency action plans have not been prepared or updated. With a spillway width of 200 feet, the dam provides essential water resource management for the surrounding area and contributes to the conservation of Spring Creek.
Overall, Russell Springs Dam plays a critical role in water management and conservation efforts in the region, providing essential services for fire protection, livestock, and aquatic life. As a key piece of infrastructure in Logan County, Kansas, the dam's maintenance and regulatory oversight ensure its continued functionality and safety for the community and environment it serves. Climate and water resource enthusiasts can appreciate the dam's historical significance and ongoing importance in sustaining local ecosystems and water supplies.
Year Completed |
1939 |
Dam Length |
820 |
Dam Height |
30 |
River Or Stream |
SPRING CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
30 |
Hydraulic Height |
27 |
Drainage Area |
6.51 |
Nid Storage |
544 |
Structural Height |
39 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
39 |
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Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
Fair
No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
Poor A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency. Investigations and studies are necessary.
Unsatisfactory
A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
Not Rated
The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.
Hazard Potential Classification
HighDams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
Significant
Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environment damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
Low
Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
Undetermined
Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.
Russell Springs Dam