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State dams deemed unsafe in about 40 Kansas sites
The Kansas Division of Water Resources has declared 39 dams unsafe across the state, with large and medium dams posing potential threats to homes and lives. Specific sites include Piper Lake dam near Kansas City, Herington, Sedan, and Junction City. Repairs cost up to 500000 dollars, and owners face court-led enforcement if needed.
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Mike Shields
Kansas
Herington
Sedan
Anthony
Junction City
Salina
Kansas Department of Wildlife & Parks
Ottawa County
Steve Williams
John Porter
Holton
Piper Lake
Kansas City
Herington City
Topeka
Kansas Division of Water Resources
John Carder
Carder
Division of Water Resources
Jaycees Cerebral Palsy Ranch
Debbie Strohim
Wabavniea
Eskridge
Augusta
Sedan Lake
Senta Fe
City of
James Carpenter
DeSoto
Homeowners’ Association
Bonner Springs
Oskaloosa City
Rimrock Lake
Pleasanton City
Thorndale Development
Homeowners’ Committee
Emporia
Ranch
Strohm
Kansas Water Authority
Concordia
Authority
Steve Hurst
Kansas Water Office