Frd No 36

Kansas — Elk County — ELK RIVER

Location

StateKansas
CountyElk
RiverELK RIVER
Coordinates37.57887, -96.46753

Physical Characteristics

NID Height87 ft
Dam Height82 ft
Dam Length1,650 ft
NID Storage8,764 acre-ft
Max Storage8,764 acre-ft
Surface Area58 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialSignificant
Condition AssessmentSatisfactory
EAP StatusYes
Last InspectionFebruary 19, 2024
Inspection Frequency

Dam Information

Year Completed1974
Primary PurposeFlood Risk Reduction
Dam TypeEarth
Owner TypeLocal Government
OwnerELK RIVER WJD NO 47
Other NameElk River WS Dam 36

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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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