Dd No 112(Wulfkuhle) is a locally-owned dam in Lawrence, Kansas, designed by Speaker and King to reduce flood risks.
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Completed in 1986, this earth dam stands at a height of 33 feet and spans 450 feet in length. With a storage capacity of 201.4 acre-feet and a drainage area of 0.42 square miles, Dd No 112(Wulfkuhle) plays a crucial role in managing water levels along Dry Creek-TR.
Managed by the Kansas Department of Agriculture, Dd No 112(Wulfkuhle) is subject to state regulations for permitting, inspection, and enforcement. Despite its low hazard potential, this dam has a moderate risk rating of 3, highlighting the importance of ongoing risk assessment and management measures. Although not currently rated for condition, the dam's primary purpose of flood risk reduction underscores its significance in safeguarding the local community and surrounding areas from potential water-related hazards.
With its uncontrolled spillway and absence of outlet gates, Dd No 112(Wulfkuhle) serves as a vital infrastructure for flood control in Douglas County, Kansas. Its strategic location and design make it a key asset in mitigating flood risks along Dry Creek-TR, showcasing the critical role that dams play in water resource management and climate resilience efforts.
Year Completed |
1986 |
Dam Length |
450 |
Dam Height |
33 |
River Or Stream |
DRY CREEK-TR |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
6.4 |
Drainage Area |
0.42 |
Nid Storage |
201.4 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
33 |
Wakarusa R Nr Richland
|
3cfs |
Kansas R At Lecompton
|
1930cfs |
Wakarusa R Nr Lawrence
|
9cfs |
Delaware R Bl Perry Dam
|
107cfs |
Kansas R At Topeka
|
1770cfs |
Soldier C Nr Topeka
|
4cfs |