Gs Dd No 7-19 Reservoir Report
Nearby: Gsdd No 7-29 Dd No 6-29 (Mast)
Last Updated: December 13, 2025
Gs Dd No 7-19, located in Wetmore, Kansas, is a vital structure owned by the local government with a primary purpose of flood risk reduction.
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Summary
Built in 1997, this earth dam stands at a height of 28.4 feet and has a storage capacity of 145.1 acre-feet. With a low hazard potential and moderate risk assessment, this dam plays a crucial role in protecting the surrounding area from potential flooding events.
Situated on Barnes Creek-TR, Gs Dd No 7-19 covers a surface area of 7.1 acres and has a drainage area of 0.52 square miles. The dam has a spillway width of 50 feet and a maximum discharge capacity of 1200 cubic feet per second. Although it has not been inspected since its completion in 1997, the structure is deemed to be in good condition, with a risk management plan in place to address any potential issues that may arise in the future.
With Duane Mueting P.E. as the designer, Gs Dd No 7-19 is an essential component in the flood risk reduction strategy for Nemaha County, Kansas. While it is not regulated by the state and does not have a designated emergency action plan, the dam serves as a crucial line of defense against potential flood events, showcasing the importance of infrastructure in mitigating the impacts of climate change on water resources.
Year Completed |
1997 |
Dam Length |
650 |
Dam Height |
28.4 |
River Or Stream |
BARNES CREEK-TR |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
7.1 |
Drainage Area |
0.52 |
Nid Storage |
145.1 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
28 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Turkey C Nr Seneca
|
15cfs |
Delaware R Nr Muscotah
|
37cfs |
Big Nemaha River At Falls City
|
310cfs |
Vermillion C Nr Wamego
|
8cfs |
Black Vermillion R Nr Frankfort
|
45cfs |
North Fork Big Nemaha River At Humboldt
|
67cfs |
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 7-19