Dd No 110, located in Cowley County, Kansas, is a local government-owned dam designed by Dale Steward, P.E.
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The dam, completed in 1989, serves the primary purpose of flood risk reduction along the Foos Creek-TR river or stream. With a height of 29.9 feet and a length of 850 feet, Dd No 110 has a storage capacity of 581 acre-feet and a normal storage level of 89.6 acre-feet.
This earth dam with a buttress core type has a spillway width of 100 feet and a maximum discharge capacity of 3066 cubic feet per second. The dam is regulated by the Kansas Department of Agriculture and undergoes regular inspections, with a hazard potential classified as high. Despite this, the condition assessment is listed as satisfactory, and the risk assessment is categorized as moderate. The dam does not have outlet gates and is not associated with any other structures.
Overall, Dd No 110 plays a crucial role in managing flood risk in the area, providing protection for surrounding communities and infrastructure. Its efficient design and satisfactory condition demonstrate the commitment to water resource management and climate resilience in the region, ensuring the safety and well-being of residents in the face of potential natural disasters.
Year Completed |
1989 |
Dam Length |
850 |
Dam Height |
29.9 |
River Or Stream |
FOOS CREEK-TR |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
18.3 |
Drainage Area |
1.43 |
Nid Storage |
581 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
30 |
Walnut R At Winfield
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757cfs |
Arkansas R At Arkansas City
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1110cfs |
Arkansas R At Derby
|
464cfs |
Slate C At Wellington
|
17cfs |
Ninnescah R Nr Peck
|
467cfs |
Arkansas R At Wichita
|
368cfs |
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Winfield City Lake
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