Dd No D-9 (Labette-Hackberry) Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 13, 2025

Dd No D-9 (Labette-Hackberry) is a flood risk reduction dam located in Labette, Kansas, owned by the local government and designed by SCS.


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Summary

Completed in 1998, this earth dam stands at a height of 14 feet and has a length of 1270 feet, with a storage capacity of 155.85 acre-feet. The primary purpose of this dam is flood risk reduction, serving the Bachelor Creek-TR river/stream in the area.

Despite being rated as having a low hazard potential and not being regulated by the state, Dd No D-9 plays a crucial role in managing flood risks in the region. The dam has a moderate risk assessment rating of 3, indicating the need for ongoing monitoring and management. With a spillway width of 90 feet and uncontrolled spillway type, the dam is equipped to handle excess water during heavy rain events.

While the dam's condition is currently not rated, its emergency action plan status, inspection frequency, and risk management measures remain unclear. As a vital infrastructure for flood control in Labette, Kansas, Dd No D-9 (Labette-Hackberry) underscores the importance of maintaining and monitoring water resources in the face of changing climate patterns and increasing risk of extreme weather events.

Year Completed

1998

Dam Length

1270

Dam Height

14

River Or Stream

BACHELOR CREEK-TR

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

6.18

Drainage Area

0.42

Nid Storage

155.85

Outlet Gates

None

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

14
       
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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.