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Guetterman Dam, located in Miami, Kansas, is a private Earth dam with a height of 15 feet and a length of 600 feet. This dam serves a primary purpose of "Other" and has a normal storage capacity of 47 acre-feet, with a maximum storage of 107 acre-feet. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 80 feet and is classified as having a low hazard potential.
Although the dam's condition assessment is listed as "Not Rated," its risk assessment is moderate, suggesting that there are potential risks associated with its operation and maintenance. The last inspection of the dam was conducted in June 2008, and it is not under state jurisdiction, regulation, or inspection. Despite its moderate risk assessment, the dam has not been rated for its current condition, and there is no Emergency Action Plan (EAP) in place.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Guetterman Dam presents an interesting case study in the management and maintenance of private dams. With a moderate risk assessment and no recent condition rating, there may be opportunities for improvement in monitoring and ensuring the safety of this structure. Additionally, the lack of state regulation and inspection raises questions about accountability and oversight in safeguarding water resources and infrastructure in Kansas.
Dam_Height | 15 |
Dam_Length | 600 |
Primary_Dam_Type | Earth |
Nid_Storage | 107 |
Outlet_Gates | None |
Hazard_Potential | Low |
Foundations | Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid_Height | 15 |
STRANGER C NR POTTER | 199cfs |
LITTLE PLATTE RIVER AT SMITHVILLE | 13cfs |
MISSOURI RIVER AT ST. JOSEPH | 37400cfs |
NODAWAY RIVER NEAR BURLINGTON JCT | 198cfs |
CROOKED RIVER NEAR RICHMOND | 21cfs |
PLATTE RIVER AT SHARPS STATION | 345cfs |
NODAWAY RIVER NEAR GRAHAM | 246cfs |