The Robinson Site, located in Allen County, Kansas, is a local government-owned dam built in 2014 for flood risk reduction along the Marmaton River.
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This earth dam stands at a height of 30.5 feet and has a storage capacity of 170.6 acre-feet. With a normal storage capacity of 27.8 acre-feet and a surface area of 4.77 acres, the dam plays a crucial role in managing water resources in the region.
Despite being classified as having a low hazard potential, the Robinson Site is subject to state regulations and inspections by the Kansas Department of Agriculture. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 40 feet, capable of handling a maximum discharge of 925 cubic feet per second. While the condition of the dam is currently not rated, it serves as a vital infrastructure for flood protection and water resource management in the area.
With its strategic location and design, the Robinson Site offers a moderate level of risk management for potential emergencies, as assessed by a risk rating of 3. Although not operated by the US Army Corps of Engineers, this dam serves as a key structure for flood risk reduction and water resource conservation efforts in Allen County, Kansas.
Year Completed |
2014 |
Dam Length |
852 |
Dam Height |
30.5 |
River Or Stream |
MARMATON RIVER-TR |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
4.77 |
Hydraulic Height |
28.5 |
Drainage Area |
0.62 |
Nid Storage |
170.6 |
Structural Height |
33.5 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
34 |
Marmaton R Nr Uniontown
|
0cfs |
Marmaton R Nr Marmaton
|
194cfs |
Neosho R Nr Iola
|
2530cfs |
Marmaton R Nr Fort Scott
|
4cfs |
L Osage R At Fulton
|
1cfs |
Neosho R Nr Parsons
|
2500cfs |