Upper Wiedemann Dam

Butler County, Kansas (near REECE)

River/Stream: SPRING CREEK

Significant Hazard

Failure could cause economic loss or disruption

Key Facts

Dam Type
Earth
Height
47 ft
Dam Length
800 ft
Reservoir Storage
435 acre-ft
Year Completed
1973
Primary Purpose
Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond
Owner Type
Private
Max Discharge
317 cfs

Condition Assessment

PoorLast inspected: 2014-04-23

Hazard Classification: Significant — This describes the potential consequences of dam failure, not the likelihood of failure.

Condition Assessment: Poor — This describes the current physical condition of the dam based on the most recent inspection.

Location

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Quick Stats

NID ID
KS00288
State
Kansas (KS)
Coordinates
37.71284, -96.53050
Age
53 years

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External Resources

Data sourced from the National Inventory of Dams (NID). Information may not reflect the most current status of this dam. Hazard classification reflects potential consequences of failure, not the likelihood of failure or the current condition.