Gs Dd No C-127 Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 13, 2025
Gs Dd No C-127 is a local government-owned earth dam located in Circleville, Kansas, along Elk Creek-TR.
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Summary
Completed in 1996, this dam serves the primary purpose of flood risk reduction, with additional purposes including debris control. Standing at a height of 27 feet and with a hydraulic height of 169 feet, the dam has a storage capacity of 101.8 acre-feet and a normal storage level of 22.37 acre-feet.
Although classified as having a low hazard potential, Gs Dd No C-127 is considered to have a moderate risk level. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway, with a width of 40 feet, and no outlet gates. The structure has not been inspected since November 1995, with its condition currently listed as "Not Rated." Despite not being regulated by the state, the dam plays a crucial role in protecting the surrounding area from potential flooding events, showcasing the vital importance of infrastructure like Gs Dd No C-127 in managing water resources and mitigating climate-related risks.
Year Completed |
1996 |
Dam Length |
700 |
Dam Height |
27 |
River Or Stream |
ELK CREEK-TR |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
5.2 |
Hydraulic Height |
169 |
Nid Storage |
101.8 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
169 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Delaware R Nr Muscotah
|
34cfs |
Vermillion C Nr Wamego
|
8cfs |
Soldier C Nr Delia
|
2cfs |
Kansas R Nr Belvue
|
1410cfs |
Turkey C Nr Seneca
|
14cfs |
Black Vermillion R Nr Frankfort
|
43cfs |
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 C-127