Gs Dd No 7-34b (Vermillion Creek) dam
Gs Dd No 7-34b (Vermillion Creek)
Gs Dd No 7-34b (Vermillion Creek) is a local government-owned dam located in Beattie, Kansas, designed by King Engineering & Assoc. Completed in 1996, this earth dam stands at a height of 26.7 feet and stretches 600 feet in length, with a maximum storage capacity of 107 acre-feet. The primary purpose of this structure is flood risk reduction, serving to control debris and mitigate potential flooding along the Robidoux Creek-TR.
With a hazard potential rated as low and a moderate risk assessment, Gs Dd No 7-34b plays a crucial role in protecting the surrounding area from potential flood events. While not currently regulated by the state and lacking associated structures, this dam is designed to effectively manage a drainage area of 0.22 square miles and withstand a maximum discharge of 303 cubic feet per second. Despite its uncontrolled spillway type, Gs Dd No 7-34b remains a valuable asset in the overall water resource management of Marshall County, Kansas.
As water resource and climate enthusiasts, it is important to recognize the significance of dams like Gs Dd No 7-34b in safeguarding communities against the impacts of extreme weather events. With its modest storage capacity and flood risk reduction capabilities, this earth dam stands as a testament to the importance of proactive water management strategies in mitigating the potential effects of climate change on our water resources. As we continue to address the challenges posed by a changing climate, structures like Gs Dd No 7-34b serve as vital tools in enhancing our resilience and preparedness in the face of uncertain environmental conditions.
Dam data reference
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.
- 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.
- 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.
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, environmental 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.
Plan around the weather
Same NOAA / yr.no feed Snoflo's iOS app uses. Watch the precipitation column on the meteogram -- rain on the basin upstream typically lifts inflow 24-72 hours later.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loading detailed forecast… | |||||||
15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Nearby streamflow gauges
USGS streamgauges around Gs Dd No 7-34b (Vermillion Creek) -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Big Blue R At Barneston Nebr | 862 cfs | → |
| Big Blue R At Marysville | 933 cfs | → |
| Turkey C Nr Seneca | 76 cfs | → |
| Black Vermillion R Nr Frankfort | 99 cfs | → |
| L Blue R Nr Barnes | 389 cfs | → |
| North Fork Big Nemaha River At Humboldt | 340 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Gs Dd No 7-34b (Vermillion Creek).
Boat launches
- Wolf - Wildcat
- Big Indian Recreation Area
- Burchard Lake Wma
- Iron Horse Trail Lake
- Rockford Lake Sra
- Diamond Lake Wma
Track Gs Dd No 7-34b (Vermillion Creek) in the Snoflo app
Save this dam as a favorite and get the local NOAA / yr.no forecast plus regional flow context wherever you are.
About Gs Dd No 7-34b (Vermillion Creek)
Where does the data for Gs Dd No 7-34b (Vermillion Creek) come from?
Structural and regulatory data come from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' National Inventory of Dams (NID). Weather forecast comes from NOAA / yr.no -- the same feed Snoflo's iOS app uses.
How often is the report updated?
NID structural data refreshes annually as the Corps publishes updated assessments. The weather forecast refreshes throughout the day.
What does the Low hazard rating mean?
The Corps of Engineers' hazard potential classification grades probable consequences if the dam fails: High = probable loss of human life; Significant = no probable loss of human life but possible economic loss / environmental damage; Low = no probable loss of human life, only minor economic / environmental losses. See the Dam Data Reference card above for the full definitions.
What's "% of normal"?
The current storage value compared to the historical average storage on this calendar day. 100% = right on average; values above 100% mean above-normal storage (wet year); values below mean below-normal (dry year or drought).
Can I get alerts when storage crosses a threshold?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this dam, set a threshold, and you'll get a push the moment conditions cross.
Other water bodies near here
Snoflo-tracked reservoirs and dams within driving distance of Gs Dd No 7-34b (Vermillion Creek).