Otis Creek Dam (mpd No W-7)

High HazardFair ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateKansas
CountyGreenwood
Nearest CityEUREKA
River/StreamOTIS CREEK
Coordinates37.92777, -96.46438

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height94 ft
Dam Height86 ft
Dam Length1,595 ft
Year Completed1971 (55 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage13,300 acre-ft
Max Storage13,300 acre-ft
Normal Storage5,850 acre-ft
Surface Area258 acres
Drainage Area14 sq mi
Max Discharge1,890 cfs
Spillway TypeUncontrolled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeFlood Risk Reduction
OwnerFALL RIVER WJD NO 21
Owner TypeLocal Government
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentFair
Last Inspection04/28/2021
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDKS02301
Federal IDKS02301
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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