is a dam located in Smith County, Kansas, built in 1968. It carries a Low hazard potential classification.
About
is a dam in Smith, Kansas. The dam is owned by Mormuth (private). It impounds the Buffalo Creek-tr near Guide Rock Nebraska.
The dam stands 17 feet tall, and has a maximum storage capacity of 55 acre-feet. Completed in 1968, the structure is well into its service life at over 50 years old.
This dam has a low hazard potential classification, meaning that failure would cause minimal damage, limited primarily to the dam owner's property, with no expected loss of life.
Search for dams near your address to see all dams in your area with hazard classifications and safety data.
Low Hazard ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Not Required
Location
| State | Kansas |
| County | Smith |
| Nearest City | Guide Rock Nebraska |
| River/Stream | Buffalo Creek-tr |
| Coordinates | 39.98427, -98.64004 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 17 ft |
| Dam Height | 17 ft |
| Year Completed | 1968 (58 years old) |
Storage & Hydraulics
| NID Storage | 55 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 55 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 30 acre-ft |
Ownership & Safety
| Owner | MORMUTH |
| Owner Type | Private |
| Hazard Classification | Low |
| Emergency Action Plan | Not Required |
Identifiers
| NID ID | KS00103 |
| Federal ID | KS00103 |
| More Info | State Dam Safety Program |