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Wildlife Enhancement Dam, located in Minneapolis, Kansas, was constructed in 1994 by the USDA NRCS with a primary purpose of enhancing wildlife habitats. This private earth dam stands at a height of 15.3 feet and has a length of 700 feet, creating a storage capacity of 85.74 acre-feet. The dam plays a crucial role in providing water resources for the Second Creek-TR stream and supporting the local ecosystem.
Managed by private owners, Wildlife Enhancement Dam is classified as low hazard potential and has not been rated for condition assessment. Despite its modest size, the dam offers significant benefits for the surrounding area, including a surface area of 4.28 acres and a drainage area of 0.74 square miles. With a spillway width of 140 feet, the dam is designed to handle potential overflow events and ensure the safety of the surrounding community.
The dam's presence has not gone unnoticed, as it contributes to the conservation efforts in Ottawa County, Kansas. With its focus on wildlife enhancement and habitat preservation, Wildlife Enhancement Dam stands as a testament to the importance of sustainable water resource management and climate-conscious infrastructure development.
Year_Completed | 1994 |
Dam_Height | 15.3 |
River_Or_Stream | SECOND CREEK-TR |
Dam_Length | 700 |
Primary_Dam_Type | Earth |
Surface_Area | 4.28 |
Drainage_Area | 0.74 |
Nid_Storage | 85.74 |
Outlet_Gates | None |
Hazard_Potential | Low |
Foundations | Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid_Height | 15 |
SALT C NR ADA | 4cfs |
SOLOMON R NR MINNEAPOLIS | 29cfs |
SALINE R AT TESCOTT | 22cfs |
GYPSUM C NR GYPSUM | 8cfs |
SMOKY HILL R AT LINDSBORG | 39cfs |
SALINE R AT WILSON DAM | 13cfs |
SMOKY HILL R NR LANGLEY | 36cfs |