Sedimentation Dam No 6, located in Woodson County, Kansas, was completed in 1991 with a primary purpose of flood risk reduction along Sandy Creek.
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This earth dam, standing at a height of 24 feet and stretching 740 feet in length, has a storage capacity of 79.1 acre-feet and a normal storage of 16.1 acre-feet. Despite its low hazard potential, the dam has not been rated for its condition and has not undergone recent inspections.
Owned by the local government, Sedimentation Dam No 6 was designed by ARCHI, GRIFFITH, SHETLAR and is not regulated by the state. With a spillway width of 30 feet and no associated locks, the dam serves as a crucial infrastructure to manage water resources and mitigate flooding in the region. Positioned within the Kansas City District of the US Army Corps of Engineers, the dam plays a vital role in safeguarding the surrounding area from potential water-related disasters.
While the dam's emergency action plan status and risk assessment information are not currently available, Sedimentation Dam No 6 continues to stand as a key component in the local flood risk reduction strategy. As water resource and climate enthusiasts, understanding the importance and functioning of such structures is crucial in ensuring effective management and protection of our waterways and communities.
Year Completed |
1991 |
Dam Length |
740 |
Dam Height |
24 |
River Or Stream |
SANDY CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
3.5 |
Drainage Area |
0.3 |
Nid Storage |
79.1 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
24 |
Verdigris R Nr Virgil
|
165cfs |
Neosho R Nr Iola
|
2180cfs |
Fall R At Fredonia
|
384cfs |
Verdigris R Nr Altoona
|
333cfs |
Otter C At Climax
|
20cfs |
Neosho R At Burlington
|
1200cfs |