South Branch Dam

High HazardFair ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateKansas
CountyShawnee
Nearest CityTOPEKA
River/StreamSOUTH BRANCH SHUNGANUNGA CREEK
Coordinates38.99778, -95.71220

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height33 ft
Dam Height33 ft
Dam Length1,750 ft
Year Completed1953 (73 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage2,620 acre-ft
Max Storage2,620 acre-ft
Drainage Area12 sq mi
Spillway TypeUncontrolled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeFlood Risk Reduction
OwnerSHUNGANUNGA DRAINAGE DISTRICT NO 1
Owner TypeLocal Government
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentFair
Last Inspection07/11/2023
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDKS01959
Federal IDKS01959
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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