Dd No 1-1 (Vermillion Creek) Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 7, 2025
Dd No 1-1 (Vermillion Creek) is a local government-owned earth dam located in Marshall, Kansas, with a primary purpose of debris control.
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Summary
Built by King and Associates, the dam stands at a height of 25 feet and stretches 640 feet in length, with a storage capacity of 123.62 acre-feet. Situated in a low hazard potential area, the dam is currently rated as "Not Rated" in terms of its condition assessment.
Despite being unregulated by the state and not subject to inspections or enforcement measures, Dd No 1-1 plays a crucial role in managing debris and protecting the surrounding environment. The dam's spillway type is uncontrolled, with a width of 30 feet, and it has a surface area of 6.87 acres. The risk assessment for the dam is moderate, indicating a need for ongoing monitoring and risk management measures to ensure its continued effectiveness in debris control and flood prevention.
While Dd No 1-1 may not be a high-profile structure, its importance in safeguarding Vermillion Creek and the local area from debris and potential flooding cannot be understated. With its modest size and capacity, the dam serves as a vital component in the broader water resource management system in Marshall, Kansas, highlighting the critical role that smaller, local infrastructure plays in ensuring the resilience of communities in the face of changing environmental conditions.
Dam Length |
640 |
Dam Height |
25 |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
6.87 |
Drainage Area |
0.2 |
Nid Storage |
123.62 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
25 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Black Vermillion R Nr Frankfort
|
37cfs |
Big Blue R At Marysville
|
147cfs |
L Blue R Nr Barnes
|
122cfs |
Big Blue R At Barneston Nebr
|
131cfs |
Turkey C Nr Seneca
|
15cfs |
Fancy C At Winkler
|
8cfs |
Dam Data Reference
Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo 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
HighDams 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.
Dd No 1-1 (Vermillion Creek)