Diamond Creek Ws Dam 115 dam
Diamond Creek Ws Dam 115
Diamond Creek WS Dam 115, located in Elmdale, Kansas, is a local government-owned structure designed by USDA NRCS to primarily serve the purpose of flood risk reduction. Completed in 1979, this earth dam stands at a height of 31 feet and stretches 515 feet in length, with a storage capacity of 157 acre-feet. The dam is situated on Tr- Diamond Creek and covers a drainage area of 0.64 square miles, providing essential protection against potential flooding events.
With a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating, Diamond Creek WS Dam 115 plays a crucial role in safeguarding the surrounding area from flood risks. Although its condition assessment is currently not available, the dam remains a key asset for the community, supporting additional purposes such as fire protection, stock watering, fish and wildlife habitat, and recreational activities. With an uncontrolled spillway width of 40 feet and a maximum discharge capacity of 377 cubic feet per second, this dam is well-equipped to handle excess water flow during peak periods, ensuring the safety and security of the residents in Chase County, Kansas.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Diamond Creek WS Dam 115 represents a vital infrastructure that not only mitigates flood risks but also enhances the overall ecosystem health and recreational opportunities in the region. As a significant project overseen by the USDA NRCS, this dam stands as a testament to effective water resource management and serves as a valuable asset in maintaining the balance between human development and environmental sustainability in the area.
Dam data reference
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.
- 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.
- 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.
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, environmental 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.
Plan around the weather
Same NOAA / yr.no feed Snoflo's iOS app uses. Watch the precipitation column on the meteogram -- rain on the basin upstream typically lifts inflow 24-72 hours later.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loading detailed forecast… | |||||||
15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Nearby streamflow gauges
USGS streamgauges around Diamond Creek Ws Dam 115 -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Neosho R At Council Grove | 11 cfs | → |
| Cottonwood R Nr Florence | 130 cfs | → |
| Cottonwood R Nr Plymouth | 876 cfs | → |
| N Cottonwood R Bl Marion Lk | 9 cfs | → |
| Cedar C Nr Cedar Point | 36 cfs | → |
| Neosho R Nr Americus | 829 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Diamond Creek Ws Dam 115.
Track Diamond Creek Ws Dam 115 in the Snoflo app
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About Diamond Creek Ws Dam 115
Where does the data for Diamond Creek Ws Dam 115 come from?
Structural and regulatory data come from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' National Inventory of Dams (NID). Weather forecast comes from NOAA / yr.no -- the same feed Snoflo's iOS app uses.
How often is the report updated?
NID structural data refreshes annually as the Corps publishes updated assessments. The weather forecast refreshes throughout the day.
What does the Low hazard rating mean?
The Corps of Engineers' hazard potential classification grades probable consequences if the dam fails: High = probable loss of human life; Significant = no probable loss of human life but possible economic loss / environmental damage; Low = no probable loss of human life, only minor economic / environmental losses. See the Dam Data Reference card above for the full definitions.
What's "% of normal"?
The current storage value compared to the historical average storage on this calendar day. 100% = right on average; values above 100% mean above-normal storage (wet year); values below mean below-normal (dry year or drought).
Can I get alerts when storage crosses a threshold?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this dam, set a threshold, and you'll get a push the moment conditions cross.
Other water bodies near here
Snoflo-tracked reservoirs and dams within driving distance of Diamond Creek Ws Dam 115.