Gs Dd No D-66 (Burris) is a local government-owned earth dam located in Valley Falls, Kansas.
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Built in 1987 by designers Speaker & King, this structure serves the primary purpose of flood risk reduction along the Booker Creek-TR. With a height of 30 feet and a length of 540 feet, the dam has a storage capacity of 200 acre-feet and a normal storage of 27.4 acre-feet.
Despite its low hazard potential and moderate risk assessment, Gs Dd No D-66 (Burris) has not been rated for its condition assessment. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 62 feet and no outlet gates. While it has not undergone any modifications since its completion, the last inspection was conducted in December 2006. The structure is regulated by the Kansas Department of Agriculture and is subject to state permitting, inspection, and enforcement.
Located in Jackson County, Kansas, Gs Dd No D-66 (Burris) plays a crucial role in debris control and flood risk reduction in the region. With its strategic placement and design features, this dam contributes to the overall water resource management efforts in the area. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, this structure serves as a notable example of infrastructure that helps mitigate the impact of natural disasters and ensures the safety of the surrounding communities.
Year Completed |
1987 |
Dam Length |
540 |
Dam Height |
30 |
River Or Stream |
BOOKER CREEK-TR |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
5.74 |
Drainage Area |
0.59 |
Nid Storage |
200 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
30 |
Delaware R Nr Muscotah
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52cfs |
Soldier C Nr Delia
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3cfs |
Soldier C Nr Topeka
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4cfs |
Delaware R Bl Perry Dam
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107cfs |
Kansas R At Topeka
|
1770cfs |
Stranger C Nr Potter
|
199cfs |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Main Camp Site
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Geremy's Point
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God's Country
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Banner Creek
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