Summary
The dam, with a height of 20.8 feet and a length of 880 feet, plays a crucial role in mitigating flood risks in the area. With a storage capacity of 536 acre-feet and a drainage area of 0.94 square miles, the dam serves as a vital infrastructure for protecting the surrounding community from potential flooding events.
Owned and regulated by the local government, Dd No 15 is in compliance with state permitting, inspection, and enforcement regulations. Despite its low hazard potential, the dam has a moderate risk assessment rating of 3, highlighting the importance of continued monitoring and maintenance to ensure its effectiveness in flood risk reduction. The dam's uncontrolled spillway, with a width of 40 feet, provides essential overflow management during high water events, further enhancing its flood protection capabilities.
With its strategic location in Little River, Kansas, Dd No 15 stands as a testament to effective water resource management and climate resilience efforts in the region. As a key asset in the flood risk reduction infrastructure, the dam serves as a critical piece of the community's resilience strategy, safeguarding lives and property from the impacts of potential flooding along the Little Arkansas River.
Year Completed |
1988 |
Dam Length |
880 |
Dam Height |
20.8 |
River Or Stream |
LITTLE ARKANSAS RIVER-TR |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
24 |
Drainage Area |
0.94 |
Nid Storage |
536 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
21 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Cow C Nr Lyons
|
14cfs |
Smoky Hill R Nr Langley
|
68cfs |
Arkansas R Nr Nickerson
|
120cfs |
Smoky Hill R At Lindsborg
|
108cfs |
Smoky Hill R At Ellsworth
|
26cfs |
Smoky Hill R Nr Mentor
|
104cfs |
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