Severy City Dam

Significant HazardFair ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateKansas
CountyGreenwood
Nearest CityFALL RIVER
River/StreamSALT CREEK-TR
Coordinates37.61960, -96.17343

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height25 ft
Dam Height20 ft
Dam Length1,000 ft
Year Completed1938 (88 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage124 acre-ft
Max Storage124 acre-ft
Normal Storage70 acre-ft
Surface Area10 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge4,320 cfs

Ownership & Safety

PurposeWater Supply
OwnerSEVERY, CITY OF
Owner TypeLocal Government
Hazard ClassificationSignificant
Condition AssessmentFair
Last Inspection03/27/2023
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDKS02480
Federal IDKS02480
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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