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FRD NO 14

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Unlisted/Unknown Dam Grasshopper Creek-Tr
April 1, 2025


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Frd No 14, also known as Little Delaware Mission WS Dam 14, is a flood risk reduction structure located in Muscotah, Atchison, Kansas. Owned by the local government and regulated by the Kansas Department of Agriculture, this dam was completed in 1969 by the USDA NRCS. With a height of 27 feet and a length of 735 feet, Frd No 14 plays a crucial role in managing water flow along Grasshopper Creek-TR, with a drainage area of 0.13 square miles.

This buttress-type dam has a low hazard potential and is not currently rated for its condition. While it has a normal storage capacity of 39 acre-feet, it can hold up to 175 acre-feet of water in case of flooding. Despite not having a spillway, Frd No 14 has a spillway width of 40 feet to safely release excess water. With no associated structures and no recent inspection data available, the dam continues to serve its primary purpose of mitigating flood risks in the region.

Water resource and climate enthusiasts will find Frd No 14 to be an intriguing example of local government infrastructure designed to protect against flooding in Atchison, Kansas. Its historical construction by the USDA NRCS and ongoing regulation by the Kansas Department of Agriculture highlight the collaborative efforts needed to manage water resources effectively. As a key component of the flood risk reduction strategy in the area, Frd No 14 demonstrates the importance of maintaining and monitoring dams to ensure their continued effectiveness in safeguarding communities and the environment from potential water-related hazards.

Year_Completed 1969
Dam_Height 27
River_Or_Stream GRASSHOPPER CREEK-TR
Dam_Length 735
Hydraulic_Height 27
Drainage_Area 0.13
Nid_Storage 175
Structural_Height 29
Outlet_Gates None
Hazard_Potential Low
Foundations Unlisted/Unknown
Nid_Height 29
       



       

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