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Davis Dam, located in Johnson County, Kansas, serves multiple purposes including fire protection, stock maintenance, and recreational activities. Completed in 1998, this earth dam stands at a height of 32.4 feet and has a storage capacity of 87 acre-feet. With a surface area of 6 acres and a drainage area of 0.08 square miles, Davis Dam plays a crucial role in managing water resources in the area.
Owned by a private entity, Davis Dam is regulated by the Kansas Department of Agriculture and is subject to state permitting, inspection, and enforcement. Despite being classified as a low hazard potential structure, the dam has not been rated for its current condition. With a spillway width of 100 feet and a maximum discharge capacity of 2000 cubic feet per second, Davis Dam ensures the safety and stability of the surrounding area.
Located on Mill Creek-TR, Davis Dam is a vital infrastructure in safeguarding the local community from potential water-related hazards. With its strategic design and operational efficiency, this dam stands as a testament to the importance of water resource management and climate resilience in the region.
Year_Completed | 1998 |
Dam_Height | 32.4 |
River_Or_Stream | MILL CREEK-TR |
Dam_Length | 800 |
Primary_Dam_Type | Earth |
Surface_Area | 6 |
Drainage_Area | 0.08 |
Nid_Storage | 87 |
Outlet_Gates | None |
Hazard_Potential | Low |
Foundations | Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid_Height | 32 |
MARAIS DES CYGNES R AT LA CYGNE | 272cfs |
L OSAGE R AT FULTON | 57cfs |
MARAIS DES CYGNES R NR KS-MO ST LINE | 414cfs |
POTTAWATOMIE C NR SCIPIO | 15cfs |
NORTH RACCOON RIVER NEAR JEFFERSON | 916cfs |
LITTLE OSAGE R. AT HORTON | 42cfs |
MARMATON R NR MARMATON | 194cfs |