Frd No 8 Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 13, 2025

Frd No 8, also known as Little Delaware Mission WS Dam 8, is a vital structure owned by the local government in Muscotah, Kansas.


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Summary

Built in 1967 by A&E and USDA SCS designers, this dam serves the primary purpose of flood risk reduction along Brush Creek-TR. Standing at a structural height of 27 feet and a hydraulic height of 24 feet, Frd No 8 spans 655 feet in length and has a storage capacity of 125 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 25 acre-feet.

Despite being categorized as having a low hazard potential, Frd No 8 has not been rated for its condition assessment. The dam's outlet gates are listed as "None," indicating a lack of flow control mechanisms. With no inspection date provided, it is unclear when the structure was last assessed for its safety and functionality. While the dam meets its primary purpose of flood risk reduction, there are no records of emergency action plans, risk assessments, or inundation maps prepared for this dam.

In the care of the local government and situated in Atchison, Kansas, Frd No 8 remains a crucial asset for managing flood risks in the region. However, with limited information on its current condition and emergency preparedness measures, there is a need for further evaluation and planning to ensure the safety and effectiveness of this dam in the face of potential climate challenges and water resource management needs.

Year Completed

1967

Dam Length

655

Dam Height

27

River Or Stream

BRUSH CREEK-TR

Hydraulic Height

24

Nid Storage

125

Structural Height

27

Outlet Gates

None

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

27
       
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Condition Assessment

Satisfactory
No existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
Fair
No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
Poor A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency. Investigations and studies are necessary.
Unsatisfactory
A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
Not Rated
The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.

Hazard Potential Classification

High
Dams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
Significant
Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environment damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
Low
Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
Undetermined
Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.
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