Located in Jackson, Kansas, the Gs Dd No C-110 (Elk Cr Gs-55a) dam is owned by the local government and regulated by the Kansas Department of Agriculture.
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This earth dam, with a height of 32 feet and a length of 850 feet, serves the primary purpose of debris control along Elk Creek-TR. The dam also contributes to flood risk reduction in the area, with a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating.
Constructed by the Natural Resources Conservation Service, the dam has a storage capacity of 258 acre-feet and a drainage area of 0.68 square miles. With a spillway width of 40 feet and a maximum discharge capacity of 1252 cubic feet per second, the dam plays a crucial role in managing water flow and reducing the risk of downstream flooding. Despite not having a formal condition assessment, the dam is considered to be in satisfactory condition and meets regulatory standards for inspection, enforcement, and permitting.
Water resource and climate enthusiasts will appreciate the strategic location of the Gs Dd No C-110 (Elk Cr Gs-55a) dam in Arrington, Kansas. With its focus on debris control and flood risk reduction, this earth dam serves as an important infrastructure asset in the area. Managed by the local government and designed by the Soil Conservation Service, USDA NRCS, this dam plays a vital role in protecting the community from potential water-related hazards.
Dam Length |
850 |
Dam Height |
32 |
River Or Stream |
ELK CREEK-TR |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
8 |
Drainage Area |
0.68 |
Nid Storage |
258 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
32 |
Delaware R Nr Muscotah
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43cfs |
Soldier C Nr Delia
|
3cfs |
Stranger C Nr Potter
|
199cfs |
Soldier C Nr Topeka
|
3cfs |
Delaware R Bl Perry Dam
|
116cfs |
Kansas R At Topeka
|
1760cfs |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Geremy's Point
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Main Camp Site
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God's Country
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Banner Creek
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