Summary
The dam, with a height of 29 feet and a length of 784 feet, serves the primary purpose of water resource management on the EAST BRANCH BEAR CREEK-TR. It has a maximum storage capacity of 196 acre-feet and a normal storage level of 55 acre-feet, serving as a vital infrastructure for managing water resources in the region.
Managed by the Kansas Department of Agriculture, Bouziden Dam 2 is classified as a low hazard potential structure with a structural height of 29 feet and a hydraulic height of 26 feet. Despite not being rated for its condition assessment, the dam has not been modified over the years and has no associated locks or spillways. The dam is subject to state regulations and inspections, ensuring its safety and functionality for mitigating floods and maintaining water supply in the area.
With a drainage area of 2.85 square miles and a maximum discharge capacity of 2616 cubic feet per second, Bouziden Dam 2 plays a crucial role in water management and conservation efforts in Clark County, Kansas. As a buttress dam designed by the Natural Resources Conservation Service, the structure provides essential water storage and flood control benefits to the local community, highlighting the importance of sustainable water resource infrastructure in the face of climate change challenges.
Year Completed |
1976 |
Dam Length |
784 |
Dam Height |
29 |
River Or Stream |
EAST BRANCH BEAR CREEK-TR |
Hydraulic Height |
26 |
Drainage Area |
2.85 |
Nid Storage |
196 |
Structural Height |
29 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
29 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Bluff Creek Nr Buttermilk
|
43cfs |
Cimarron R Near Buttermilk
|
45cfs |
Crooked C Nr Englewood
|
8cfs |
Cimarron River Near Buffalo
|
76cfs |
Cimarron River Near Forgan
|
21cfs |
Beaver River At Beaver
|
0cfs |
Dam Data Reference
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.
Bouziden Dam 2