K-18 Roadfill Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

The K-18 Roadfill Dam, also known as Ksnoname 3252, is a state-owned structure located in Culver, Ottawa County, Kansas.


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Summary

Built in 1961 by the USDA NRCS, this earth dam stands at a height of 29 feet with a hydraulic height of 26 feet and a structural height of 32 feet. Designed primarily for purposes other than flood control or water storage, the dam spans a length of 1300 feet and has a storage capacity of 742.8 acre-feet, serving the Saline River-TR watershed.

With a hazard potential rated as high and a fair condition assessment, the K-18 Roadfill Dam is regularly inspected by the Kansas Department of Agriculture to ensure its structural integrity and safety. The dam has a normal storage of 12 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 6.2 acres with a drainage area of 1.33 square miles. Despite its relatively small size, this dam plays a crucial role in water resource management and climate resilience in the region, highlighting the importance of monitoring and maintaining such critical infrastructure for the community's safety and well-being.

Year Completed

1961

Dam Length

1300

Dam Height

29

River Or Stream

SALINE RIVER-TR

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

6.2

Hydraulic Height

26

Drainage Area

1.33

Nid Storage

742.8

Structural Height

32

Outlet Gates

None

Hazard Potential

High

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

32
       
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Condition Assessment

Satisfactory
No 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

High
Dams 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.