Summary
With a dam height of 35.5 feet and a length of 1600 feet, this Earth-type structure has a storage capacity of 588.7 acre-feet and a drainage area of 1.43 square miles. The dam is regulated by the Kansas Department of Agriculture and is classified as having a low hazard potential.
Despite being labeled as having a low hazard potential, Dd No 22 is considered to have a moderate risk level, with a risk assessment rating of 3. Although the condition of the dam is not rated, regular inspections and enforcement by state agencies ensure its safety and functionality for flood risk reduction purposes. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 40 feet and no outlet gates, serving its primary purpose effectively in the region.
Dd No 22, situated in a rural area with no associated structures or nearby water sources, provides essential flood risk reduction benefits to the local community. With its design and construction overseen by the Natural Resources Conservation Service, this dam serves as a crucial infrastructure for managing water resources in Kansas and highlights the collaborative efforts between federal and state agencies in enhancing climate resilience in the region.
Dam Length |
1600 |
Dam Height |
35.5 |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
13.4 |
Drainage Area |
1.43 |
Nid Storage |
588.7 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
36 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Verdigris R Nr Virgil
|
183cfs |
Otter C At Climax
|
22cfs |
Neosho R At Burlington
|
2740cfs |
Cottonwood R Nr Plymouth
|
898cfs |
Fall R At Fredonia
|
384cfs |
Elk R At Elk Falls
|
41cfs |
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 22