Dd No 1-18 (Rogers) is a flood risk reduction dam located in Muscotah, Kansas along the Delaware River.
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Humidity
Designed by Speaker & King and completed in 1980, this earth dam stands at 30 feet high and spans a length of 540 feet. With a storage capacity of 73 acre-feet, it serves the primary purpose of flood risk reduction in the region.
Managed by the local government and regulated by the Kansas Department of Agriculture, Dd No 1-18 (Rogers) has a low hazard potential and is currently rated as "Not Rated" in terms of condition assessment. Despite its moderate risk level, the dam has not been assigned an Emergency Action Plan (EAP) or undergone recent inspections. The spillway type for this dam is uncontrolled, with a spillway width of 37 feet.
Located within the Atchison County, Kansas, Dd No 1-18 (Rogers) plays a crucial role in mitigating flood risks in the area and protecting nearby communities from potential water-related disasters. As climate change continues to impact water resources, the maintenance and monitoring of dams like Dd No 1-18 (Rogers) will be essential for ensuring the safety and resilience of the region's water infrastructure.
Year Completed |
1980 |
Dam Length |
540 |
Dam Height |
30 |
River Or Stream |
DELAWARE RIVER-TR |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
3.55 |
Drainage Area |
0.17 |
Nid Storage |
73 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
30 |
Delaware R Nr Muscotah
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34cfs |
Stranger C Nr Potter
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199cfs |
Big Nemaha River At Falls City
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310cfs |
Missouri River At Rulo
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26600cfs |
Soldier C Nr Delia
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2cfs |
Delaware R Bl Perry Dam
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114cfs |
| 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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