Gs Dd No A-36 (Ash) is a local government-owned dam located in Wetmore, Kansas, along the Spring Creek-TR.
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Built in 1987 by designer firm Speaker & King, this earth dam stands at a height of 31.6 feet and has a length of 360 feet, providing flood risk reduction to the area. With a storage capacity of 70.1 acre-feet and a drainage area of 0.22 square miles, the dam's primary purpose is flood risk reduction, with a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment score.
Managed by the Kansas Department of Agriculture, this dam is state-regulated and undergoes regular inspections to ensure its structural integrity. Despite its low hazard potential, the dam is not currently rated for its condition assessment, indicating the need for further evaluation. With a spillway width of 44 feet and a maximum discharge of 877 cubic feet per second, Gs Dd No A-36 (Ash) plays a crucial role in mitigating flood risks in the Nemaha County area. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, this dam serves as a vital infrastructure for flood control and protection of the surrounding community.
Year Completed |
1987 |
Dam Length |
360 |
Dam Height |
31.6 |
River Or Stream |
SPRING CREEK-TR |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
2.57 |
Drainage Area |
0.22 |
Nid Storage |
70.1 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
32 |
Delaware R Nr Muscotah
|
37cfs |
Turkey C Nr Seneca
|
15cfs |
Vermillion C Nr Wamego
|
8cfs |
Soldier C Nr Delia
|
2cfs |
Big Nemaha River At Falls City
|
310cfs |
Black Vermillion R Nr Frankfort
|
45cfs |