Dd No C-16 (Schuetz) Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 13, 2025

Dd No C-16 (Schuetz), also known as Delaware WS Joint District No 10 C16, is a local government-owned structure located in Nemaha County, Kansas.


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Summary

This flood risk reduction dam was completed in 1978 by USDA NRCS and is regulated by the Kansas Department of Agriculture. With a height of 33 feet and a length of 735 feet, this buttress dam on Elk Creek-TR provides a storage capacity of 89 acre-feet and has a low hazard potential.

Despite not having a designated primary dam type, Dd No C-16 serves its purpose of flood risk reduction effectively. The dam's construction and design were overseen by the Natural Resources Conservation Service, demonstrating a commitment to sustainable water resource management. The location in Circleville, Kansas, highlights the importance of proper infrastructure in mitigating flood hazards and protecting communities from potential water-related disasters.

As water resource and climate enthusiasts, understanding the intricacies of structures like Dd No C-16 is essential for promoting sustainable water management practices. With state-regulated inspection and enforcement, this dam plays a crucial role in safeguarding the surrounding area from flooding events. The data on this dam serves as a valuable resource for studying the intersection of water resources, infrastructure, and climate resilience in the state of Kansas.

Year Completed

1978

Dam Length

735

Dam Height

33

River Or Stream

ELK CREEK-TR

Hydraulic Height

29

Nid Storage

89

Structural Height

33

Outlet Gates

None

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

33
       
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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.