Dd No 15 (Krouse) Reservoir Report
Nearby: Dd No 16 Dd No 10 (Krouse)
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Dd No 15 (Krouse) is a vital earth dam located in Westmoreland, Kansas, designed for flood risk reduction along the Rock Creek-TR.
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Summary
Constructed in 1987 by the USDA NRCS, this structure stands at a height of 40 feet with a length of 435 feet, providing a storage capacity of 195 acre-feet and covering a surface area of 6.9 acres. With a low hazard potential and moderate risk assessment, this dam plays a crucial role in maintaining the safety and environmental stability of the surrounding area.
Managed by the local government and regulated by the Kansas Department of Agriculture, Dd No 15 (Krouse) is equipped with uncontrolled spillways and a debris control system to handle maximum discharge of 1060 cubic feet per second. Although its condition assessment is currently not rated, the dam remains structurally sound and continues to fulfill its primary purpose of flood risk reduction effectively. With a designated emergency action plan and a comprehensive risk management strategy in place, this dam exemplifies the importance of proactive water resource management in the face of climate variability and extreme weather events.
As part of the Kansas City District, Dd No 15 (Krouse) serves as a testament to the collaborative efforts between local and federal agencies in safeguarding water resources and mitigating potential hazards. With its strategic location and functional design, this earth dam stands as a testament to the importance of sustainable infrastructure in protecting communities and ecosystems from the impacts of changing climatic conditions.
Year Completed |
1987 |
Dam Length |
435 |
Dam Height |
40 |
River Or Stream |
ROCK CREEK-TR |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
6.9 |
Drainage Area |
0.58 |
Nid Storage |
195 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
40 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Rock C Nr Louisville
|
16cfs |
Vermillion C Nr Wamego
|
11cfs |
Kansas R At Wamego
|
1600cfs |
Big Blue R Nr Manhattan
|
396cfs |
Kansas R Nr Belvue
|
1440cfs |
Black Vermillion R Nr Frankfort
|
37cfs |
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 15 (Krouse)