Meyer Dam No 3, located in Leavenworth, Kansas, was completed in 1991 and serves various purposes including fire protection, stock, and a small fish pond.
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Humidity
The dam is privately owned and stands at a height of 24.1 feet with a length of 420 feet. It has a storage capacity of 42.92 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 2.57 acres, with a drainage area of 0.06 square miles.
Despite its significant hazard potential, Meyer Dam No 3 has not been rated for its condition assessment. The dam does not fall under state regulation, inspection, or enforcement and does not have a state permit. It lacks emergency action preparedness measures such as an inundation map or risk assessment. The dam's purpose, design, and construction information are provided, but details about its risk management measures and emergency contact information are not available.
Meyer Dam No 3, situated on Wolf Creek, plays a crucial role in the local ecosystem and water resource management. This earth dam, designed by Dale Steward, requires attention to its maintenance and emergency preparedness to ensure the safety of surrounding communities and the preservation of its functions for fire protection and stock purposes.
Year Completed |
1991 |
Dam Length |
420 |
Dam Height |
24.1 |
River Or Stream |
WOLF CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
2.57 |
Drainage Area |
0.06 |
Nid Storage |
42.92 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
24 |
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|
18cfs |
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20cfs |
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7cfs |
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|
1650cfs |
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|
1cfs |
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|
27200cfs |