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DD NO 45

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Unlisted/Unknown Dam West Creek-Tr
April 8, 2025


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Dd No 45 is a flood risk reduction dam located in Greenwood County, Kansas, along the West Creek-TR stream. Built in 2003, this earth dam stands at 38 feet high and stretches 900 feet in length. With a storage capacity of 712.56 acre-feet and a drainage area of 2.38 square miles, Dd No 45 serves the primary purpose of flood risk reduction, as well as debris control.

Managed by the local government and regulated by the Kansas Department of Agriculture, Dd No 45 has a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment level of 3. The dam's spillway, which is uncontrolled and 100 feet wide, can handle a maximum discharge of 1772 cubic feet per second. The condition assessment of the dam is currently not rated, with the last inspection conducted in April 2003.

Overall, Dd No 45 plays a crucial role in mitigating flood risks in the region and ensuring the safety of nearby communities. As a significant water resource infrastructure, this dam contributes to the overall water management efforts in Kansas, highlighting the importance of sustainable practices in the face of changing climate patterns.

Year_Completed 2003
Dam_Height 38
River_Or_Stream WEST CREEK-TR
Dam_Length 900
Primary_Dam_Type Earth
Surface_Area 18.24
Drainage_Area 2.38
Nid_Storage 712.56
Outlet_Gates None
Hazard_Potential Low
Foundations Unlisted/Unknown
Nid_Height 38
       

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