Located in Valley Falls, Kansas, Gs Dd No D-15 (Johnson) is a local government-owned earth dam designed by SPEAKER & KING for flood risk reduction along the South Cedar Creek-TR.
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Completed in 1982, this dam stands at a height of 37 feet and spans 741 feet in length, with a storage capacity of 474 acre-feet. With a significant hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating, the dam is regulated by the Kansas Department of Agriculture and undergoes regular inspections to ensure its safety and functionality.
Despite its uncontrolled spillway type, Gs Dd No D-15 has a spillway width of 156 feet to manage excess water flow. The dam has a normal storage capacity of 110 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 15 acres, serving as a crucial infrastructure for flood control in Jackson County, Kansas. Its location in a populated area underscores the importance of maintaining and monitoring this structure to protect downstream communities and the surrounding environment from potential flood events.
With a history of successful flood risk reduction and a state-regulated status, Gs Dd No D-15 plays a key role in water resource management in the region. As climate change continues to impact weather patterns and increase the frequency of extreme precipitation events, the importance of well-maintained dams like Gs Dd No D-15 for flood control and water resource management cannot be overstated. The collaborative efforts of local and state agencies in regulating, inspecting, and enforcing safety standards for this dam highlight the ongoing commitment to safeguarding communities and natural habitats in the face of changing climate conditions.
Year Completed |
1982 |
Dam Length |
741 |
Dam Height |
37 |
River Or Stream |
SOUTH CEDAR CREEK-TR |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
15 |
Drainage Area |
1.37 |
Nid Storage |
474 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
37 |
Soldier C Nr Delia
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3cfs |
Soldier C Nr Topeka
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4cfs |
Delaware R Nr Muscotah
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52cfs |
Kansas R At Topeka
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1770cfs |
Delaware R Bl Perry Dam
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107cfs |
Kansas R At Lecompton
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1930cfs |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Banner Creek
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Main Camp Site
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God's Country
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Geremy's Point
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