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FRD NO GS 2

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Unlisted/Unknown Dam Walnut Creek-Tr
April 21, 2025


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Frd No Gs 2, also known as Walnut Creek Watershed Dam Gs 2, is a crucial structure owned by the local government in Brown, Kansas. This earth dam, designed by USDA NRCS, was completed in 1966 with a primary purpose of flood risk reduction along the Walnut Creek-TR river or stream. With a height of 34 feet and a storage capacity of 170.57 acre-feet, this dam plays a significant role in managing water resources in the region.

Situated in Reserve, Kansas, Frd No Gs 2 spans 670 feet in length and has a spillway width of 40 feet. Despite being classified as having a low hazard potential, it is state regulated and inspected by the Kansas Department of Agriculture to ensure its structural integrity and functionality. The dam's normal storage capacity of 37 acre-feet helps in mitigating flood risks and protecting the surrounding areas from potential inundation during extreme weather events.

Although the condition assessment of Frd No Gs 2 is currently not rated, its risk assessment is moderate, indicating a need for ongoing monitoring and management measures to ensure its effectiveness in flood risk reduction. With its location in the Walnut Creek Watershed, this dam serves as a critical infrastructure for water resource management and climate resilience in the region, underlining the importance of maintaining and regulating such structures for the community's safety and well-being.

Year_Completed 1966
Dam_Height 34
River_Or_Stream WALNUT CREEK-TR
Dam_Length 670
Primary_Dam_Type Earth
Surface_Area 5.51
Hydraulic_Height 31
Drainage_Area 0.7
Nid_Storage 170.57
Structural_Height 34
Outlet_Gates None
Hazard_Potential Low
Foundations Unlisted/Unknown
Nid_Height 34
       

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