Dd No G-6 (Benton) Reservoir Report
Nearby: Welda Lake Dd No G-12
Last Updated: December 13, 2025
Dd No G-6 (Benton), also known as Upper Pottawatomie Creek WS No G6, is a local government-owned dam in Greeley, Kansas, designed by USDA NRCS and regulated by the Kansas Dept.
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of Agriculture. Situated in Anderson County, this earth dam stands 40 feet high and serves the primary purpose of flood risk reduction along the Bradshaw Creek-TR. With a storage capacity of 269.91 acre-feet and a surface area of 6.39 acres, Dd No G-6 plays a crucial role in mitigating flood hazards in the area.
Despite its low hazard potential and moderate risk assessment, Dd No G-6 has not been rated for its condition as of yet. The dam does not have outlet gates and features an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 40 feet. While it has not undergone recent inspections or maintenance, the dam remains operational for flood risk reduction purposes. With its strategic location and design, Dd No G-6 stands as a key infrastructure to safeguard the surrounding areas from potential flooding events.
Water resource and climate enthusiasts will find Dd No G-6 (Benton) to be a fascinating structure that blends engineering ingenuity with environmental protection. As a vital component in the flood risk reduction strategy for Anderson County, this earth dam showcases the collaboration between federal and state agencies to ensure the safety and well-being of local communities. With its unique features and purpose-driven design, Dd No G-6 exemplifies the importance of sustainable water resource management in the face of changing climate patterns.
Dam Length |
940 |
Dam Height |
40 |
River Or Stream |
BRADSHAW CREEK-TR |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
6.39 |
Hydraulic Height |
37 |
Nid Storage |
269.91 |
Structural Height |
40 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
40 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Pottawatomie C Nr Scipio
|
15cfs |
Pottawatomie C At Lane
|
13cfs |
Neosho R Nr Iola
|
944cfs |
Neosho R At Burlington
|
1190cfs |
Marais Des Cygnes R At La Cygne
|
114cfs |
Marais Des Cygnes R Nr Pomona
|
14cfs |
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.
Dd No G-6 (Benton)