Dd No 109 Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Dd No 109 is a local government-owned earth dam located in Akron, Kansas, along the Sandford Creek-TR.


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Built in 1987 for flood risk reduction, this dam stands at 18 feet tall and stretches 1700 feet in length, with a storage capacity of 188.5 acre-feet. The dam's spillway, with a width of 60 feet, is uncontrolled, and it has a low hazard potential, rated as "Moderate (3)" in terms of risk assessment.

Despite being non-federally regulated, Dd No 109 plays a crucial role in managing water resources in Cowley County, Kansas. With a normal storage capacity of 27.1 acre-feet and a drainage area of 0.49 square miles, this dam serves as a vital infrastructure for mitigating flood risks in the region. While its condition assessment is currently listed as "Not Rated," the dam continues to provide essential flood protection for the local community.

Managed by the local government and designed by Dale Steward, P.E., Dd No 109 exemplifies the importance of localized flood risk reduction infrastructure in safeguarding communities against natural disasters. With its specific focus on flood risk reduction and its strategic location along the Sandford Creek-TR, this dam stands as a testament to the ongoing efforts to manage water resources and adapt to changing climate conditions in the region.

Year Completed

1987

Dam Length

1700

Dam Height

18

River Or Stream

SANDFORD CREEK-TR

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

10.5

Drainage Area

0.49

Nid Storage

188.5

Outlet Gates

None

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

18
       
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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.
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