Gs Dd No 7-34 Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 6, 2025

Gs Dd No 7-34 is a local government-owned earth dam in Douglas County, Kansas, designed by King Engineering.


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Summary

This dam serves the primary purpose of flood risk reduction and debris control, with a height of 30 feet and a length of 1013 feet. It has a storage capacity of 297.5 acre-feet and a drainage area of 0.6 square miles, providing vital protection to the surrounding area from potential flooding events.

Located in the Tulsa District and regulated by the Kansas Department of Agriculture, Gs Dd No 7-34 has a low hazard potential and is currently in a not rated condition. With a maximum discharge of 938.1 cubic feet per second and a normal storage capacity of 78.8 acre-feet, this dam plays a crucial role in managing water resources in the region. While it has not been inspected recently, the dam is equipped with spillway capacity and outlet gates for efficient water release in case of emergency situations.

Despite not having an Emergency Action Plan prepared or updated, Gs Dd No 7-34 meets regulatory guidelines and continues to be an essential structure for flood risk mitigation in the area. Its strategic location and design elements make it a valuable asset in the management of water resources and climate-related challenges in Douglas County, Kansas.

Dam Length

1013

Dam Height

30

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

11

Drainage Area

0.6

Nid Storage

297.5

Outlet Gates

None

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

30
       
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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.