Site 8-33 dam
Site 8-33
Site 8-33, located in Douglas, Kansas, is a vital component in flood risk reduction efforts along the Tauy Creek-TR. Owned by the local government and regulated by the Kansas Department of Agriculture, this earth dam stands at a height of 39.7 feet and was completed in 2005. With a storage capacity of 791 acre-feet and a drainage area of 1.92 square miles, this structure plays a crucial role in protecting the surrounding area from potential flooding events.
Despite being classified as having a high hazard potential, Site 8-33 is currently assessed as being in fair condition. With a moderate risk rating of 3, this dam undergoes inspections every 3 years to ensure its structural integrity and functionality. The spillway, with a width of 100 feet, serves as the primary outlet for excess water, allowing for a maximum discharge of 5869 cubic feet per second. While there are no associated locks or gates, this dam continues to play a crucial role in mitigating flood risks in the region.
As water resource and climate enthusiasts, understanding the importance of structures like Site 8-33 is crucial in safeguarding communities and ecosystems from the impacts of extreme weather events. With a focus on flood risk reduction, this dam serves as a key asset in the efforts to manage water resources effectively and protect vulnerable areas from potential inundation. As we continue to monitor and assess the condition of such critical infrastructure, it is essential to prioritize proactive maintenance and risk management measures to ensure the long-term resilience of our water systems in the face of a changing climate.
Dam data reference
Condition Assessment
- Satisfactory
- No 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.
- 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.
- 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.
Hazard Potential Classification
- High
- Dams 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, environmental 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.
Plan around the weather
Same NOAA / yr.no feed Snoflo's iOS app uses. Watch the precipitation column on the meteogram -- rain on the basin upstream typically lifts inflow 24-72 hours later.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loading detailed forecast… | |||||||
15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Nearby streamflow gauges
USGS streamgauges around Site 8-33 -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Wakarusa R Nr Lawrence | 28 cfs | → |
| Marais Des Cygnes R Nr Ottawa | 1,080 cfs | → |
| Marais Des Cygnes R Nr Pomona | 695 cfs | → |
| Hundred And Ten Mile C Nr Quenemo | 11 cfs | → |
| Wakarusa R Nr Richland | 77 cfs | → |
| Big Bull C Nr Edgerton | 15 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Site 8-33.
Track Site 8-33 in the Snoflo app
Save this dam as a favorite and get the local NOAA / yr.no forecast plus regional flow context wherever you are.
About Site 8-33
Where does the data for Site 8-33 come from?
Structural and regulatory data come from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' National Inventory of Dams (NID). Weather forecast comes from NOAA / yr.no -- the same feed Snoflo's iOS app uses.
How often is the report updated?
NID structural data refreshes annually as the Corps publishes updated assessments. The weather forecast refreshes throughout the day.
What does the High hazard rating mean?
The Corps of Engineers' hazard potential classification grades probable consequences if the dam fails: High = probable loss of human life; Significant = no probable loss of human life but possible economic loss / environmental damage; Low = no probable loss of human life, only minor economic / environmental losses. See the Dam Data Reference card above for the full definitions.
What's "% of normal"?
The current storage value compared to the historical average storage on this calendar day. 100% = right on average; values above 100% mean above-normal storage (wet year); values below mean below-normal (dry year or drought).
Can I get alerts when storage crosses a threshold?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this dam, set a threshold, and you'll get a push the moment conditions cross.
Other water bodies near here
Snoflo-tracked reservoirs and dams within driving distance of Site 8-33.