Miller Dam, located in LINWOOD, Kansas, is a private earth dam constructed in 1966 by the USDA NRCS for recreational purposes.
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Standing at a height of 25 feet with a hydraulic height of 24 feet, the dam spans 725 feet along NINEMILE CREEK-TR. It has a storage capacity of 183.2 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 83.25 acre-feet and a maximum discharge of 485 cubic feet per second.
Despite being unregulated by the state and rated as having a low hazard potential, Miller Dam is considered to have moderate risk, with a risk assessment score of 3. The dam is equipped with an uncontrolled spillway that is 60 feet wide. While it has not been inspected since 2008, the dam's condition is marked as "Not Rated." With its picturesque location and recreational purpose, Miller Dam serves as a vital infrastructure for water resource management and climate enthusiasts to explore and appreciate the beauty of its surroundings.
Year Completed |
1966 |
Dam Length |
725 |
Dam Height |
25 |
River Or Stream |
NINEMILE CREEK-TR |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
9 |
Hydraulic Height |
24 |
Drainage Area |
0.55 |
Nid Storage |
183.2 |
Structural Height |
25 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
25 |
Stranger C Nr Tonganoxie
|
18cfs |
Wakarusa R Nr Lawrence
|
9cfs |
Kansas R At Desoto
|
1650cfs |
Kill C At 95 St Nr Desoto
|
1cfs |
Cedar C Nr Desoto
|
7cfs |
Kansas R At Lecompton
|
1930cfs |