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Dd No 233, located in Allen County, Kansas, plays a crucial role in flood risk reduction along the Little Deer Creek. Built in 1992, this earth dam stands at a height of 15 feet and spans a length of 650 feet, providing a storage capacity of 78.3 acre-feet. Despite its low hazard potential, the dam is classified as having a moderate risk level (3), highlighting the importance of continued monitoring and maintenance to ensure its effectiveness in managing floodwaters.
Managed by the local government and designed by agricultural engineering experts, Dd No 233 serves as a key infrastructure for safeguarding the surrounding area from potential flooding events. With a normal storage capacity of 13.23 acre-feet and a surface area of 4.54 acres, the dam contributes to the overall water resource management in the region. Although currently not rated for its condition assessment, the dam's design and purpose emphasize its critical role in protecting the community and environment from the impacts of extreme weather events.
As a part of the Kansas City District, Dd No 233 operates with an uncontrolled spillway type and lacks outlet gates. While the dam's inspection frequency is listed as 0, the risk management measures and emergency action plans for the structure remain unspecified. Overall, Dd No 233 stands as a testament to the collaborative efforts of local agencies in mitigating flood risks and ensuring the resilience of water resources in the face of climate variability.
Year_Completed | 1992 |
Dam_Height | 15 |
River_Or_Stream | LITTLE DEER CREEK |
Dam_Length | 650 |
Primary_Dam_Type | Earth |
Surface_Area | 4.54 |
Drainage_Area | 0.22 |
Nid_Storage | 78.3 |
Outlet_Gates | None |
Hazard_Potential | Low |
Foundations | Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid_Height | 15 |
STRANGER C NR TONGANOXIE | 170cfs |
BIG BULL C NR EDGERTON | 9cfs |
MARAIS DES CYGNES R AT MELVERN | 23cfs |
BLUE R NR STANLEY | 17cfs |
L BULL C NR SPRING HILL | 5cfs |
SOLDIER C NR TOPEKA | 91cfs |
DELAWARE R BL PERRY DAM | 188cfs |