Dd No 4-17 (Bruning) is a local government-owned dam located in Brown County, Kansas, with a primary purpose of flood risk reduction.
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Built in 1981 by designers Speaker & King, this Earth dam stands at a height of 31 feet and has a length of 700 feet. It has a storage capacity of 135.2 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 58 acre-feet and a surface area of 7.95 acres.
The dam is situated on Roy's Creek-TR and is regulated by the Kansas Department of Agriculture. It has a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating. The spillway type is uncontrolled with a width of 73 feet, and there are no outlet gates. Although the dam's condition assessment is not rated and inspection frequency is zero, it meets state permitting and inspection requirements.
Despite its age, Dd No 4-17 (Bruning) continues to serve its purpose in mitigating flood risks in the area. With its low hazard potential and moderate risk assessment, the dam remains a crucial part of the local water resource infrastructure in Brown County, Kansas. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, this dam represents a key component in managing water flow and protecting surrounding areas from potential flooding events.
Year Completed |
1981 |
Dam Length |
700 |
Dam Height |
31 |
River Or Stream |
ROY'S CREEK-TR |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
7.95 |
Drainage Area |
0.28 |
Nid Storage |
135.2 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
31 |
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