Standing at a height of 38.8 feet and a length of 862 feet, this dam serves a primary purpose of flood risk reduction with a storage capacity of 1063 acre-feet. The dam has a spillway width of 100 feet and is designed with an uncontrolled spillway type to manage excess water during high flow events.
With a hazard potential rated as high and a satisfactory condition assessment, Dd No 8-32 is regulated by the Kansas Department of Agriculture, ensuring that state permitting, inspection, and enforcement requirements are met. The dam has a moderate risk assessment score of 3 and is subject to regular inspections every 3 years to assess its overall safety and functionality. This structure plays a crucial role in protecting the surrounding area from potential flooding events, highlighting the importance of effective water resource management in mitigating climate-related risks.
Year Completed |
2006 |
Dam Length |
862 |
Dam Height |
38.8 |
River Or Stream |
TAUY CREEK-TR |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
19.5 |
Drainage Area |
2.21 |
Nid Storage |
1063 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
39 |
Wakarusa R Nr Lawrence
|
9cfs |
Marais Des Cygnes R Nr Ottawa
|
71cfs |
Marais Des Cygnes R Nr Pomona
|
24cfs |
Hundred And Ten Mile C Nr Quenemo
|
18cfs |
Wakarusa R Nr Richland
|
3cfs |
Kansas R At Lecompton
|
1930cfs |