South Branch Dam

Kansas, Shawnee County, South Branch Shunganunga Creek

Location

StateKansas
CountyShawnee
RiverSouth Branch Shunganunga Creek
Coordinates38.99778, -95.71220

Physical Characteristics

NID Height33 ft
Dam Height33 ft
Dam Length1,750 ft
NID Storage2,620 acre-ft
Max Storage2,620 acre-ft
Surface Area0 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialHigh
Condition AssessmentFair
EAP StatusYes
Last InspectionJuly 11, 2023
Inspection Frequency-

Dam Information

Year Completed1953
Primary PurposeFlood Risk Reduction
Dam TypeEarth
Owner TypeLocal Government
OwnerSHUNGANUNGA DRAINAGE DISTRICT NO 1

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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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