Summary
232, located in Iola, Kansas, along Cottonwood Creek, serves as a crucial structure for flood risk reduction in the area. Constructed in 1999, this earth dam stands at a height of 20 feet and spans 2200 feet in length. With a storage capacity of 1064.3 acre-feet, the dam plays a vital role in controlling debris and reducing the impact of flooding in the region.
Managed by the local government and regulated by the Kansas Department of Agriculture, Detention Dam No. 232 is designed to handle a maximum discharge of 4000 cubic feet per second. Despite being labeled as having a low hazard potential, the dam is deemed to have a moderate risk level, indicating the importance of ongoing monitoring and maintenance to ensure its effectiveness in protecting the surrounding area from potential flooding events.
Although currently not rated for its condition, Detention Dam No. 232 stands as a critical infrastructure for flood risk reduction in Allen County, Kansas. With its uncontrolled spillway and storage capacity, the dam represents a key asset in managing water resources and climate-related challenges in the region.
Year Completed |
1999 |
Dam Length |
2200 |
Dam Height |
20 |
River Or Stream |
COTTONWOOD CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
24.2 |
Drainage Area |
2.27 |
Nid Storage |
1064.3 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
20 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Neosho R Nr Iola
|
1190cfs |
Neosho R At Burlington
|
1220cfs |
Marmaton R Nr Uniontown
|
0cfs |
Pottawatomie C Nr Scipio
|
15cfs |
Verdigris R Nr Virgil
|
86cfs |
Pottawatomie C At Lane
|
8cfs |
Dam Data Reference
Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
Fair
No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
Poor A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency. Investigations and studies are necessary.
Unsatisfactory
A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
Not Rated
The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.
Hazard Potential Classification
HighDams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
Significant
Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environment damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
Low
Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
Undetermined
Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.
Detention Dam No. 232