Summary
Completed in 2005, this dam stands at a height of 27.5 feet and has a normal storage capacity of 50.4 acre-feet. With a hazard potential rated as low and a fair condition assessment, Dd No 116 plays a crucial role in mitigating flood risks in the area.
Managed by the Kansas Department of Agriculture, this dam is regulated, inspected, and enforced by state authorities to ensure its safety and effectiveness. Despite being uncontrolled, the dam features a 60-foot wide spillway and has a maximum storage capacity of 518 acre-feet. With a moderate risk assessment rating, measures for risk management are likely in place to address any potential issues and safeguard the surrounding community.
In the event of an emergency, the dam's emergency action plan status and measures for risk management remain unspecified. However, with its strategic location and purpose, Dd No 116 continues to serve as a vital infrastructure for flood risk reduction in the region, highlighting the importance of water resource management and climate resilience efforts.
Year Completed |
2005 |
Dam Height |
27.5 |
River Or Stream |
CHICKEN CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
10.9 |
Drainage Area |
1.29 |
Nid Storage |
518 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
28 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Dragoon C Nr Burlingame
|
7cfs |
Marais Des Cygnes R Nr Reading
|
10cfs |
Mill C Nr Paxico
|
44cfs |
Neosho R At Council Grove
|
4cfs |
Neosho R Nr Americus
|
75cfs |
Salt C At Lyndon
|
9cfs |
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 116