Frd No E-1 Reservoir Report
Nearby: Frd No E-2 Frd No Gs 32
Last Updated: December 18, 2025
Located in Padonia, Kansas, Frd No E-1 (also known as Walnut Creek Watershed Dam E 1) is a buttress-type dam designed by the USDA NRCS and completed in 1967 for flood risk reduction in the Spring Creek-TR river or stream.
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Summary
The dam stands at a height of 39 feet with a hydraulic height of 36 feet, providing a storage capacity of 660 acre-feet to mitigate potential flooding in the area. Despite its low hazard potential, the dam is regulated by the Kansas Department of Agriculture and undergoes regular state inspection, permitting, and enforcement to ensure its structural integrity and public safety.
Owned and operated by the local government, Frd No E-1 plays a crucial role in protecting the residents of Brown County, Kansas, with a normal storage capacity of 113 acre-feet and a drainage area of 3 square miles. The dam's primary purpose is flood risk reduction, serving as a vital infrastructure asset to manage stormwater runoff and prevent potential disasters during heavy rainfall events. Although the dam's condition assessment is currently not rated, it meets state regulatory guidelines and is equipped with a spillway width of 150 feet to safely release excess water during peak flow conditions.
Maintaining a close partnership with the Natural Resources Conservation Service, Frd No E-1 exemplifies collaborative efforts between federal and state agencies to safeguard water resources and ensure sustainable climate resilience in the region. With a focus on risk management and emergency preparedness, the dam serves as a critical piece of infrastructure to protect against flooding and enhance the overall water management system in the area. As water resource and climate enthusiasts, it is essential to recognize the importance of structures like Frd No E-1 in promoting environmental sustainability and community safety amidst changing weather patterns and increasing water-related challenges.
Year Completed |
1967 |
Dam Height |
39 |
River Or Stream |
SPRING CREEK-TR |
Hydraulic Height |
36 |
Drainage Area |
3 |
Nid Storage |
660 |
Structural Height |
39 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
39 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Big Nemaha River At Falls City
|
310cfs |
Missouri River At Rulo
|
23300cfs |
North Fork Big Nemaha River At Humboldt
|
67cfs |
Delaware R Nr Muscotah
|
31cfs |
Tarkio River At Fairfax Mo
|
62cfs |
Turkey C Nr Seneca
|
22cfs |
Dam Data Reference
Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo 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
HighDams 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.
Frd No E-1