Dd No 6-28 Lower Dam (Sedan City Lake)

Chautauqua County, Kansas (near SEDAN)

River/Stream: DEER CREEK

High Hazard

Failure would likely cause loss of life

Key Facts

Dam Type
Earth
Height
60 ft
Dam Length
1,585 ft
Reservoir Storage
3,250 acre-ft
Year Completed
1965
Primary Purpose
Flood Risk Reduction
Owner Type
Local Government
Max Discharge
—

Condition Assessment

PoorLast inspected: 2023-04-28

Hazard Classification: High — 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
KS02451
State
Kansas (KS)
Coordinates
37.15007, -96.20650
Age
61 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.