Gs Dd No A-22 (Gill) is a local government-owned earth dam located in Wetmore, Kansas, designed by Speaker & King and completed in 1981.
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The dam serves primarily for flood risk reduction and debris control purposes, with a height of 19 feet and a length of 540 feet. It has a storage capacity of 64 acre-feet and a drainage area of 0.17 square miles, with a spillway width of 80 feet.
Despite being classified as having low hazard potential, Gs Dd No A-22 (Gill) is considered to have a moderate risk level of 3. The dam has not been rated for its condition assessment, and there is no information available on emergency action plans or inundation maps. However, the dam has not been modified in recent years and is currently not regulated or inspected by state agencies.
With its strategic location in Nemaha County, Kansas, Gs Dd No A-22 (Gill) stands as a vital infrastructure for flood protection in the region. Its construction by local government authorities underscores the commitment to safeguarding the community against potential water-related risks, making it an essential component in the water resource and climate management efforts in the area.
Year Completed |
1981 |
Dam Length |
540 |
Dam Height |
19 |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
4 |
Drainage Area |
0.17 |
Nid Storage |
64 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
19 |
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