is a dam located in Miami County, Kansas, built in 1935. It carries a Low hazard potential classification.
About
The primary purpose of is water supply. The dam stores water for municipal, industrial, or agricultural use, helping ensure a reliable supply for the surrounding area. The dam is owned by Kenton, E (private). It impounds the Granny Branch near Paola.
The dam stands 34 feet tall and stretches 1,255 feet across, and has a maximum storage capacity of 560 acre-feet. Completed in 1935, the structure is well-established, with more than 75 years of service.
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.
At 34 feet, this dam is taller than 80% of dams nationwide.
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Location
| State | Kansas |
| County | Miami |
| Nearest City | Paola |
| River/Stream | Granny Branch |
| Coordinates | 38.61058, -94.89611 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 34 ft |
| Dam Height | 34 ft |
| Dam Length | 1,255 ft |
| Year Completed | 1935 (91 years old) |
Storage & Hydraulics
| NID Storage | 560 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 560 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 470 acre-ft |
| Max Discharge | 24,700 cfs |
Ownership & Safety
| Purpose | Water Supply |
| Owner | KENTON, E |
| Owner Type | Private |
| Hazard Classification | Low |
| Emergency Action Plan | Not Required |
Identifiers
| NID ID | KS02507 |
| Federal ID | KS02507 |
| More Info | State Dam Safety Program |