Gs Dd No G-9 (Johnson) is a local government-owned earth dam located in Perry, Kansas, along the Homey Creek-TR stream.
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Designed by Speaker & King, this dam serves the primary purpose of flood risk reduction. With a height of 20 feet and a length of 500 feet, Gs Dd No G-9 has a storage capacity of 69.6 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 3.6 acres.
Although classified as having a low hazard potential, Gs Dd No G-9 is considered to have a moderate risk level. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 65 feet and has no outlet gates. Despite not being regularly inspected or assessed for condition, the dam has not been rated for its current state.
Situated within the Kansas City District and owned by the local government, Gs Dd No G-9 plays a crucial role in mitigating flood risks in the area. Its strategic location and design make it a vital infrastructure for water resource and climate management enthusiasts to monitor and study for sustainable water management strategies.
Dam Length |
500 |
Dam Height |
20 |
River Or Stream |
HOMEY CREEK-TR |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
3.6 |
Drainage Area |
0.17 |
Nid Storage |
69.6 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
20 |
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|
107cfs |
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|
1930cfs |
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|
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|
18cfs |
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|
52cfs |
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|
9cfs |