Gs Dd No A-19 Reservoir Report
Nearby: Gs Dd No A-22 (Gill) Dd No A-25
Last Updated: December 13, 2025
Gs Dd No A-19 is a local government-owned earth dam located in Wetmore, Kansas, along the Spring Creek-TR.
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Summary
The dam, designed by King Engineering, was completed in 1996 for the primary purpose of flood risk reduction. With a height of 27.8 feet and a length of 550 feet, the dam has a storage capacity of 160.3 acre-feet and serves to control debris and reduce flood risks in the area.
Despite being classified as having low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating, Gs Dd No A-19 has not undergone a condition assessment and is not regularly inspected. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 90 feet and has no outlet gates. While the dam's emergency action plan status and risk management measures are not specified, its location in a moderately at-risk area underscores the importance of proactive maintenance and monitoring to ensure its continued effectiveness in flood risk reduction.
Water resource and climate enthusiasts may find Gs Dd No A-19 an intriguing example of local infrastructure designed to mitigate flooding and debris control along the Spring Creek-TR in Nemaha County, Kansas. The dam's history, design specifications, and risk assessment provide valuable insights into the challenges and strategies involved in managing water resources in a changing climate.
Year Completed |
1996 |
Dam Length |
550 |
Dam Height |
27.8 |
River Or Stream |
SPRING CREEK-TR |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
7.5 |
Drainage Area |
0.78 |
Nid Storage |
160.3 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
28 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Delaware R Nr Muscotah
|
37cfs |
Turkey C Nr Seneca
|
15cfs |
Vermillion C Nr Wamego
|
8cfs |
Black Vermillion R Nr Frankfort
|
45cfs |
Soldier C Nr Delia
|
2cfs |
Big Nemaha River At Falls City
|
310cfs |
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.
Gs Dd No A-19