The Kansas Farm Bureau Dam, located in Riley County, Kansas, was completed in 2009 and serves multiple purposes including fire protection, stock, and small fish pond management.
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With a dam height of 26.5 feet and a length of 450 feet, this earth dam has a storage capacity of 36.87 acre-feet and a normal storage level of 18.75 acre-feet. The dam is situated on the Big Blue River - TR and is regulated by the Kansas Department of Agriculture.
Despite its satisfactory condition assessment, the Kansas Farm Bureau Dam has a high hazard potential, prompting a frequent inspection schedule of every 3 years. In case of emergencies, the dam has a controlled spillway with a width of 50 feet to manage maximum discharge of 112 cubic feet per second. The risk assessment for this dam is categorized as very high, calling for stringent risk management measures to ensure the safety of the surrounding area.
As a privately owned structure, the Kansas Farm Bureau Dam plays a crucial role in water resource management and climate resilience in the region. With its strategic location and multiple functions, the dam serves as a vital asset for fire protection, agricultural activities, and ecological conservation along the Big Blue River. Its design by the USDA SCS and state regulation by the Kansas Department of Agriculture highlight the collaborative efforts of public and private entities in safeguarding water resources and mitigating climate risks in Kansas.
Year Completed |
2009 |
Dam Length |
450 |
Dam Height |
26.5 |
River Or Stream |
BIG BLUE RIVER - TR |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
2.35 |
Drainage Area |
0.12 |
Nid Storage |
36.87 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
27 |
Big Blue R Nr Manhattan
|
396cfs |
Kings C Nr Manhattan
|
0cfs |
Rock C Nr Louisville
|
16cfs |
Kansas R At Fort Riley
|
1210cfs |
Republican R Bl Milford Dam
|
390cfs |
Kansas R At Wamego
|
1600cfs |
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Tuttle Creek State Park
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Tuttle Creek Cove - Tuttle Creek Lake
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Stockdale - Tuttle Creek Reservoir
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