Gsd No B-42 (Gc 13) is a local government-owned earth dam located in Muscotah, Kansas, with a primary purpose of flood risk reduction.
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Built in 1988 by the USDA NRCS, this dam stands at a height of 20.2 feet and has a length of 510 feet, providing a normal storage capacity of 25 acre-feet for the South Creek-TR river or stream. With a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating, this dam plays a crucial role in debris control and flood risk mitigation for the surrounding area.
Despite not being regulated by the state or having a state inspection or enforcement mechanism in place, Gsd No B-42 (Gc 13) has been designed to meet the necessary standards for flood risk reduction. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway type with a width of 51 feet and has a maximum discharge capacity of 565 cubic feet per second. With a drainage area of 0.25 square miles and a surface area of 5 acres, this dam serves as a key infrastructure for managing water resources in Atchison County, Kansas.
Overall, Gsd No B-42 (Gc 13) serves as a vital component in the local water resource and climate resilience strategy, providing essential flood risk reduction measures for the community of Muscotah. With its strategic location and design features, this dam plays a crucial role in safeguarding against potential flooding events and ensuring the sustainable management of water resources in the region.
Year Completed |
1988 |
Dam Length |
510 |
Dam Height |
20.2 |
River Or Stream |
SOUTH CREEK-TR |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
5 |
Drainage Area |
0.25 |
Nid Storage |
84 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
20 |
Delaware R Nr Muscotah
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49cfs |
Stranger C Nr Potter
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199cfs |
Delaware R Bl Perry Dam
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100cfs |
Soldier C Nr Delia
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3cfs |
Soldier C Nr Topeka
|
3cfs |
Kansas R At Topeka
|
1820cfs |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Geremy's Point
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God's Country
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Main Camp Site
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