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Gs Dd No 64, located in Pottawatomie, Kansas, is a flood risk reduction structure designed by King Engineering & Assoc and completed in 1995. This Earth-type dam has a height of 27 feet and a length of 650 feet, providing storage of 125.3 acre-feet and serving a drainage area of 0.48 square miles. With a normal storage capacity of 20.4 acre-feet and a maximum discharge of 707 cubic feet per second, Gs Dd No 64 plays a crucial role in managing water flow in the Hopkins Creek-TR watershed.
Despite its low hazard potential, Gs Dd No 64 has a moderate risk assessment due to its age and lack of recent condition assessments. The dam, primarily used for debris control and flood risk reduction, has an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 70 feet. It is owned by the local government and falls under the jurisdiction of Kansas, with no state permitting, inspection, or enforcement requirements. The dam's proximity to the city of Flush underscores its importance in safeguarding the local community against potential flooding events.
As a water resource and climate enthusiast, understanding the design and functionality of structures like Gs Dd No 64 is vital for appreciating the intricate balance between natural water systems and human intervention. With its strategic location and purposeful design, this dam stands as a testament to engineering excellence in mitigating flood risks and protecting communities in the face of changing climatic conditions.
Year_Completed | 1995 |
Dam_Height | 27 |
River_Or_Stream | HOPKINS CREEK-TR |
Dam_Length | 650 |
Primary_Dam_Type | Earth |
Surface_Area | 4.25 |
Drainage_Area | 0.48 |
Nid_Storage | 125.3 |
Outlet_Gates | None |
Hazard_Potential | Low |
Foundations | Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid_Height | 27 |
MILL C AT WASHINGTON | 1cfs |
TURKEY CREEK NEAR DE WITT | 10cfs |
LITTLE BLUE R AT HOLLENBERG | 90cfs |
LITTLE NEMAHA RIVER AT AUBURN | 107cfs |
VERMILLION C NR WAMEGO | 2270cfs |
NORTH FORK BIG NEMAHA RIVER AT HUMBOLDT | 56cfs |
ROCK C NR LOUISVILLE | 16cfs |