Dd No 101 (Titus) Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Dd No 101, also known as Titus, is a crucial infrastructure in Chase County, Kansas, designed by USDA NRCS to reduce flood risks along the South Fork Cottonwood River.


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Summary

This earth dam stands at a height of 28 feet and has a storage capacity of 279.57 acre-feet, serving a drainage area of 1.07 square miles. The dam's primary purpose is flood risk reduction, with a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating.

Located in Emporia, Kansas, Dd No 101 plays a vital role in managing water resources in the region, particularly during periods of high discharge. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 200 feet and a surface area of 7.99 acres. While the dam has not been rated for its condition, it is under state regulation, inspection, and enforcement by the Kansas Department of Agriculture, ensuring its continued effectiveness in mitigating flood risks. Overall, Dd No 101 is a key component of the water infrastructure in Chase County, contributing to the resilience of the local community against potential flooding events.

Dam Length

1870

Dam Height

28

River Or Stream

BLOODY CREEK-TR

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

7.99

Hydraulic Height

24

Drainage Area

1.07

Nid Storage

279.57

Structural Height

28

Outlet Gates

None

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

28
       
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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.