Dd No 106 (Hazen) Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Dd No 106 (Hazen) is a local government-owned Earth dam located in Rose Hill, Kansas, designed by Dale Steward, P.E.


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Summary

Completed in 1990, its primary purpose is flood risk reduction along Eight Mile Creek. With a dam height of 16 feet and a length of 1500 feet, it provides a maximum storage capacity of 176.2 acre-feet and a drainage area of 0.45 square miles.

This dam, classified as low hazard potential and with a moderate risk assessment, features an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 40 feet. While it has not been inspected or rated for condition assessment, it serves as a critical infrastructure for managing water resources in Butler County. Dd No 106 (Hazen) plays a key role in mitigating flood risks and protecting the surrounding community from potential inundation events.

Despite its relatively low hazard potential, the dam's strategic location and design contribute to its importance in water resource management and climate resilience efforts. As water resource and climate enthusiasts continue to monitor and assess the impact of extreme weather events, Dd No 106 (Hazen) stands as a vital infrastructure for enhancing flood protection and ensuring the safety of residents in the region.

Year Completed

1990

Dam Length

1500

Dam Height

16

River Or Stream

EIGHT MILE CREEK-TR

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

5.6

Drainage Area

0.45

Nid Storage

176.2

Outlet Gates

None

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

16
       
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Condition Assessment

Satisfactory
No 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

High
Dams 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.