Gs Dd No 116 (Bailey) is a flood risk reduction structure located in Brown County, Kansas along the Pony Creek-TR.
Wind
Humidity
Constructed in 1987 by SPEAKER & KING, this buttress dam stands at 28 feet high and spans 510 feet in length. With a storage capacity of 50.6 acre-feet and a maximum discharge of 680 cubic feet per second, this dam serves a vital role in managing floodwaters in the area.
Despite being classified as having a low hazard potential, Gs Dd No 116 (Bailey) is considered to have a moderate risk level. The dam is currently not rated in terms of condition assessment, with no recent inspection date available. While it does not have an Emergency Action Plan in place and lacks inundation maps, the structure meets regulatory guidelines and serves as a key component in mitigating flood risks in the region.
Located in a rural area with limited associated structures and no state jurisdiction or permitting requirements, Gs Dd No 116 (Bailey) operates solely for flood risk reduction purposes. With no federal funding or oversight, this dam remains essential in protecting the local community from potential flood events, showcasing the importance of local government-led water resource management in climate resilience efforts.
Year Completed |
1987 |
Dam Length |
510 |
Dam Height |
28 |
River Or Stream |
PONY CREEK-TR |
Surface Area |
1.74 |
Drainage Area |
0.14 |
Nid Storage |
50.6 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
28 |
Big Nemaha River At Falls City
|
310cfs |
North Fork Big Nemaha River At Humboldt
|
67cfs |
Turkey C Nr Seneca
|
15cfs |
Missouri River At Rulo
|
28600cfs |
Little Nemaha River At Auburn
|
82cfs |
Tarkio River At Fairfax Mo
|
52cfs |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
|---|---|---|
Pony Creek Lake
|
||
Sabetha Lake
|
||
Verdon Lake State Rec Area
|