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DD NO 25-31

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Unlisted/Unknown Dam Spring Creek-Tr
April 9, 2025


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Dd No 25-31 is a local government-owned dam located in Alma, Kansas, within the Wabaunsee County. Built for flood risk reduction purposes, this earth dam stands at a height of 35 feet and spans a length of 588 feet, with a storage capacity of 316.5 acre-feet. The dam is regulated by the Kansas Department of Agriculture and meets state permitting, inspection, and enforcement requirements, ensuring its structural integrity and safety.

Constructed by BG Engineering, Dd No 25-31 is situated on the Spring Creek-TR river/stream, with a spillway width of 60 feet and a hazard potential rated as low. The dam's risk assessment is moderate, with a DSAC assigned date pending. Despite not being rated for condition assessment, the dam operates without outlet gates and has no associated structures or locks. While the emergency action plan status is undetermined, the dam's risk management measures and inundation maps preparedness remain unspecified.

Overall, Dd No 25-31 serves as a crucial infrastructure for flood risk mitigation in the region, with its strategic location and design contributing to the overall water resource management efforts in Kansas. As an essential component of the local government's disaster preparedness and response strategy, the dam plays a vital role in safeguarding the community from potential flooding events. With its regulated status and compliance with state guidelines, Dd No 25-31 stands as a testament to effective water resource and climate resilience practices in the region.

Dam_Height 35
River_Or_Stream SPRING CREEK-TR
Dam_Length 588
Primary_Dam_Type Earth
Surface_Area 9.8
Drainage_Area 1.16
Nid_Storage 316.5
Outlet_Gates None
Hazard_Potential Low
Foundations Unlisted/Unknown
Nid_Height 35
       

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