Summary
With a height of 24 feet and a length of 140 feet, Dam 1 serves multiple purposes including fire protection, stock, and small fish pond. The dam has a storage capacity of 57.8 acre-feet and a surface area of 3.75 acres, with a drainage area of 0.38 square miles.
Despite its low hazard potential, Dam 1 does not fall under state regulation, permitting, inspection, or enforcement. The dam's primary source agency is the state of Kansas, and it is not owned or funded by any federal agency. Dam 1 is situated on the SALF FORK-TR river or stream within the Kansas City District, and its coordinates are 37.043598 latitude and -98.835491 longitude.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Dam 1 offers an interesting case study of a privately owned earth dam serving various purposes in a rural setting. Its design by the SCS and lack of federal involvement raise questions about dam management and regulation at the state level. The dam's location in Barber County, Kansas, highlights the importance of local water management practices in maintaining infrastructure for fire protection and agricultural needs.
Year Completed |
1981 |
Dam Length |
140 |
Dam Height |
24 |
River Or Stream |
SALF FORK-TR |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
3.75 |
Drainage Area |
0.38 |
Nid Storage |
57.8 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
24 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Salt Fork Arkansas River Nr Alva
|
91cfs |
Medicine Lodge R Nr Kiowa
|
108cfs |
Cimarron River Near Buffalo
|
78cfs |
Bluff Creek Nr Buttermilk
|
40cfs |
Cimarron R Near Buttermilk
|
46cfs |
Cimarron River Near Waynoka
|
110cfs |
Dam Data Reference
Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo 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. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
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. Investigations and studies are necessary.
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.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.
Hazard Potential Classification
HighDams 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, environment 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.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.
Dam 1