Frd No 13

Elk County, Kansas (near LONGTON)

River/Stream: HITCHEN CREEK

Low Hazard

Failure would cause minimal damage

Key Facts

Dam Type
Earth
Height
33 ft
Dam Length
1,600 ft
Reservoir Storage
1,180 acre-ft
Year Completed
1979
Primary Purpose
Flood Risk Reduction
Owner Type
Local Government
Max Discharge
1,135 cfs

Condition Assessment

Not Rated

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

Condition Assessment: Not Rated — This describes the current physical condition of the dam based on the most recent inspection.

Location

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Quick Stats

NID ID
KS05394
State
Kansas (KS)
Coordinates
37.47971, -96.12814
Age
47 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.