Otis Creek Dam (Mpd No W-7)

Kansas, Greenwood County, OTIS CREEK

Location

StateKansas
CountyGreenwood
RiverOTIS CREEK
Coordinates37.92777, -96.46438

Physical Characteristics

NID Height94 ft
Dam Height86 ft
Dam Length1,595 ft
NID Storage13,300 acre-ft
Max Storage13,300 acre-ft
Surface Area259 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialHigh
Condition AssessmentFair
EAP StatusYes
Last InspectionApril 28, 2021
Inspection Frequency-

Dam Information

Year Completed1971
Primary PurposeFlood Risk Reduction
Dam TypeEarth
Owner TypeLocal Government
OwnerFALL RIVER WJD NO 21
Other NameFall River Watershed Dam W-7

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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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