Dd No D-8 (Tri-Creek) Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 13, 2025

Dd No D-8 (Tri-Creek) is a local government-owned dam in Wilson, Kansas, designed for flood risk reduction on Dry Creek TR.


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Summary

Completed in 2003, this earth dam stands at 25 feet high and spans 840 feet in length, with a storage capacity of 347.29 acre-feet. Despite being classified as having a low hazard potential, it is regulated and inspected by the Kansas Department of Agriculture to ensure its structural integrity and safety.

With a spillway width of 40 feet and no outlet gates, Dd No D-8 (Tri-Creek) features an uncontrolled spillway type and is not currently rated for its condition assessment. Even though it has not been modified since its completion, the dam poses a moderate risk level (3) according to the data. The primary purpose of this structure is flood risk reduction, and it serves as an essential infrastructure for managing water resources in the region, highlighting the importance of maintaining and monitoring its functionality for climate and water resource enthusiasts.

Located in a rural area with limited surrounding infrastructure, Dd No D-8 (Tri-Creek) plays a crucial role in mitigating potential flood damages in the region. As a part of the Kansas City District, this dam exemplifies the intersection of water resource management and climate resilience, emphasizing the need for regular inspections and risk management measures to ensure its continued effectiveness in protecting the local community from flooding events.

Year Completed

2003

Dam Length

840

Dam Height

25

River Or Stream

DRY CREEK TR

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

8.64

Nid Storage

347.29

Outlet Gates

None

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

25
       
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Condition Assessment

Satisfactory
No 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

High
Dams 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.