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Dd No 2 is a local government-owned earth dam located in Medora, Kansas, along the Lone Tree Creek. Completed in 2009 for flood risk reduction purposes, this structure stands at 46 feet high and spans a length of 2125 feet. With a normal storage capacity of 323 acre-feet and a maximum storage of 2928 acre-feet, Dd No 2 plays a crucial role in managing water flow and reducing flood risks in the area.
Managed by the Kansas Department of Agriculture, Dd No 2 has been designated as a state-regulated dam, subject to regular inspections, permitting, and enforcement measures to ensure its structural integrity and safety. Despite its low hazard potential, the dam's risk assessment has been classified as moderate (3), highlighting the need for ongoing monitoring and risk management strategies. The dam's uncontrolled spillway, with a width of 80 feet, provides an essential overflow mechanism during periods of high water flow, further enhancing its flood risk reduction capabilities.
Located within McPherson County, Kansas, Dd No 2 serves as a vital component of the local water resource infrastructure, contributing to the overall resilience of the region against potential flooding events. With its strategic design, construction, and maintenance, this dam exemplifies the importance of proactive water management practices in mitigating climate-related risks and safeguarding communities against the impacts of extreme weather events.
Year_Completed | 2009 |
Dam_Height | 25 |
River_Or_Stream | LONE TREE CREEK |
Dam_Length | 2125 |
Primary_Dam_Type | Earth |
Surface_Area | 76 |
Hydraulic_Height | 21.3 |
Drainage_Area | 7.15 |
Nid_Storage | 2928 |
Structural_Height | 46 |
Outlet_Gates | None |
Hazard_Potential | Low |
Foundations | Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid_Height | 46 |
ARKANSAS R NR HUTCHINSON | 70cfs |
ARKANSAS R NR MAIZE | 67cfs |
SF NINNESCAH R NR MURDOCK | 137cfs |
COW C NR LYONS | 5cfs |
ARKANSAS R AT WICHITA | 27cfs |
L ARKANSAS R AT HWY 50 NR HALSTEAD | 2cfs |
ARKANSAS R NR NICKERSON | 50cfs |