Sediment Pond 315c Reservoir Report
Nearby: Sc 35r Sediment Pond 325c
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Sediment Pond 315c, located in Boicourt, Kansas, is a privately owned earth dam with a primary purpose of flood risk reduction along the North Sugar Creek.
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Summary
Designed by James A. Borders, P.E., this structure has a dam height of 13 feet and a length of 720 feet, providing a storage capacity of 72.36 acre-feet. The dam, classified as a buttress type, has a low hazard potential and is currently in a not rated condition assessment status.
Although Sediment Pond 315c is not regulated or inspected by the state, it serves an important function in protecting the surrounding area from flooding events. With a surface area of 4.83 acres and a drainage area of 0.09 square miles, this sediment pond plays a crucial role in managing water flow and reducing flood risks. Despite its modest size, the pond's strategic location and design make it a valuable asset in the overall flood control infrastructure of Linn County, Kansas.
As water resource and climate enthusiasts, it is fascinating to see how structures like Sediment Pond 315c contribute to the resilience of communities against natural disasters. This privately owned earth dam serves as a testament to the importance of proactive flood risk reduction measures, showcasing the innovative engineering solutions that can help mitigate the impact of extreme weather events in vulnerable areas. With its low hazard potential and significant storage capacity, Sediment Pond 315c stands as a vital component in the broader effort to enhance water management and climate adaptation strategies in Kansas.
Dam Length |
720 |
Dam Height |
13 |
River Or Stream |
NORTH SUGAR CREEL-TR |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
4.83 |
Drainage Area |
0.09 |
Nid Storage |
72.36 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
13 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Marais Des Cygnes R Nr Ks-Mo St Line
|
223cfs |
Marais Des Cygnes R At La Cygne
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196cfs |
L Osage R At Fulton
|
1cfs |
South Grand River At Archie
|
27cfs |
Pottawatomie C At Lane
|
30cfs |
Little Osage R. At Horton
|
4cfs |
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.
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