Summary
With a dam height of 18 feet and a length of 850 feet, it has a storage capacity of 154.96 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 5.8 acres. The dam is situated on Eagle Creek-TR, within Lyon County, Kansas, and falls under the jurisdiction of the Kansas City District.
Despite being classified as having a low hazard potential and moderate risk level, Dd No 109 has not been rated for its condition assessment. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 40 feet and has no outlet gates. However, it does not have a state regulatory agency overseeing its operations, inspections, or enforcement. The last recorded inspection date was in July 2008, and the dam is located in a relatively rural area with limited risk management measures in place.
Water resource and climate enthusiasts may find Dd No 109 an interesting case study due to its unique purpose as a Fish and Wildlife Pond and its moderate risk assessment. The lack of recent condition assessments and regulatory oversight could raise concerns about its long-term safety and maintenance. Further research and monitoring of this dam could provide valuable insights into the management of similar structures in rural settings, especially in relation to potential impacts on local ecosystems and water resources.
Year Completed |
2003 |
Dam Length |
850 |
Dam Height |
18 |
River Or Stream |
EAGLE CREEK-TR |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
5.8 |
Drainage Area |
0.41 |
Nid Storage |
154.96 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
18 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Cottonwood R Nr Plymouth
|
898cfs |
Neosho R Nr Americus
|
75cfs |
Verdigris R Nr Virgil
|
183cfs |
Marais Des Cygnes R Nr Reading
|
10cfs |
Neosho R At Burlington
|
2740cfs |
Neosho R At Council Grove
|
4cfs |
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.
Dd No 109