Summary
107, located in Pottawatomie County, Kansas, is a local government-owned earth dam that serves primarily for flood risk reduction along the Little Noxie Creek. Standing at a height of 28 feet and stretching 500 feet in length, this dam provides a storage capacity of 119.4 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 28.3 acre-feet. Despite its low hazard potential and moderate risk assessment, the dam has not been rated for its current condition, with the last inspection dating back to June 1998.
Managed by the Kansas City District of the US Army Corps of Engineers, Dd No. 107 remains unregulated and uninspected by the state, with no emergency action plan in place. While the dam's spillway is uncontrolled and its outlet lacks gates, the structure has not undergone any modifications since its completion date, which is unspecified. Despite its lack of state oversight, the dam continues to play a crucial role in debris control and flood risk mitigation in the region, protecting the surrounding community from potential water-related disasters. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, the unique characteristics and operational status of Dd No. 107 present an intriguing case study of local dam management practices and their implications for water resource management in Kansas.
Dam Length |
500 |
Dam Height |
28 |
River Or Stream |
LITTLE NOXIE CREEK-TR |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
4.9 |
Drainage Area |
0.41 |
Nid Storage |
119.4 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
28 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Vermillion C Nr Wamego
|
8cfs |
Kansas R Nr Belvue
|
1410cfs |
Soldier C Nr Delia
|
2cfs |
Kansas R At Wamego
|
1400cfs |
Rock C Nr Louisville
|
16cfs |
Mill C Nr Paxico
|
32cfs |
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. 107