Dd No 118 Reservoir Report
Nearby: Frd No 20 Frd No 23a
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Dd No 118 is a vital flood risk reduction structure located in Chase, Kansas, along the Little Cedar Creek.
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Summary
Built in 1992, this earth dam stands at a height of 28 feet and stretches 800 feet in length, with a storage capacity of 218.2 acre-feet. Managed by the local government and designed by the USDA NRCS, this dam plays a crucial role in protecting the surrounding area from potential flooding events.
With a hazard potential rated as low and a moderate risk assessment, Dd No 118 is equipped with an uncontrolled spillway and a surface area of 5.5 acres. The dam's primary purpose is flood risk reduction, serving as a key infrastructure for water resource management in the region. Despite not being rated for its condition assessment, this dam remains a critical asset in the state's water infrastructure, regulated by the Kansas Department of Agriculture and standing as a testament to the importance of effective water resource management in mitigating climate-related risks.
Year Completed |
1992 |
Dam Length |
800 |
Dam Height |
28 |
River Or Stream |
LITTLE CEDAR CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
5.5 |
Drainage Area |
0.82 |
Nid Storage |
218.2 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
28 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Cedar C Nr Cedar Point
|
61cfs |
Cottonwood R Nr Plymouth
|
898cfs |
Cottonwood R Nr Florence
|
215cfs |
Neosho R Nr Americus
|
75cfs |
Verdigris R Nr Virgil
|
183cfs |
Otter C At Climax
|
22cfs |
Dam Data Reference
Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo 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
HighDams 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.
Dd No 118