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Gs Dd No C-32 (Elk 5) is a flood risk reduction dam located in Circleville, Kansas, along Elk Creek-TR. Built in 1988 by the USDA NRCS, this earth dam stands at a height of 26.9 feet and has a storage capacity of 96.8 acre-feet. With a primary purpose of flood risk reduction, it plays a crucial role in protecting the surrounding area from potential flooding events.
The dam, classified as low hazard potential and in "not rated" condition, has a spillway width of 40 feet and a maximum discharge capacity of 2713 cubic feet per second. Despite not being regulated by the state, this structure serves as a vital infrastructure for the local community in Nemaha County, Kansas. With a moderate risk assessment score of 3, it is important to ensure that proper risk management measures are in place to maintain the dam's integrity and effectiveness.
Overall, Gs Dd No C-32 (Elk 5) stands as a testament to the collaboration between local government and federal agencies in addressing water resource management and climate-related challenges. Its presence highlights the importance of proactive infrastructure development to mitigate flood risks and protect communities in vulnerable areas from potential natural disasters.
Year_Completed | 1988 |
Dam_Height | 26.9 |
River_Or_Stream | ELK CREEK-TR |
Dam_Length | 690 |
Primary_Dam_Type | Earth |
Surface_Area | 4.3 |
Drainage_Area | 0.29 |
Nid_Storage | 96.8 |
Outlet_Gates | None |
Hazard_Potential | Low |
Foundations | Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid_Height | 27 |
LITTLE NEMAHA RIVER AT AUBURN | 55cfs |
ROCK C NR LOUISVILLE | 16cfs |
STRANGER C NR POTTER | 199cfs |
VERMILLION C NR WAMEGO | 33cfs |
TURKEY C NR SENECA | 10cfs |
TARKIO RIVER AT FAIRFAX MO | 75cfs |
BLACK VERMILLION R NR FRANKFORT | 49cfs |