Upper Dam

Kansas — Chautauqua County — DEER CREEK

Location

StateKansas
CountyChautauqua
RiverDEER CREEK
Coordinates37.16953, -96.21897

Physical Characteristics

NID Height44 ft
Dam Height35 ft
Dam Length800 ft
NID Storage1,250 acre-ft
Max Storage1,250 acre-ft
Surface Area57 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialSignificant
Condition AssessmentPoor
EAP StatusYes
Last InspectionJuly 29, 2021
Inspection Frequency

Dam Information

Year Completed1935
Primary PurposeWater Supply
Dam Type—
Owner TypeLocal Government
OwnerSEDAN, CITY OF
Other NameSedan City Dam

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About This Dam Record

Dam safety data is maintained by the Army Corps of Engineers National Inventory of Dams (NID). High-hazard dams are those where failure could cause loss of life or major property damage downstream.

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