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Frd No Gs 11, also known as Walnut Creek Watershed Dam Gs 11, is a local government-owned structure in Padonia, Kansas, designed by USDA NRCS to mitigate flood risks in the area. Completed in 1966, this earth dam stands at a height of 47 feet and has a storage capacity of 533.9 acre-feet, serving the primary purpose of flood risk reduction along the Spring Branch Walnut Creek.
Situated in Brown County, Kansas, Frd No Gs 11 plays a crucial role in protecting the surrounding community from potential hazards, with a significant hazard potential rating and a satisfactory condition assessment. Despite being uncontrolled, the dam boasts a spillway width of 40 feet and a maximum discharge capacity of 2120 cubic feet per second, ensuring effective water management during high-flow events.
With a moderate risk assessment rating, regular inspections every 5 years, and state regulatory oversight by the Kansas Department of Agriculture, Frd No Gs 11 exemplifies responsible infrastructure management in safeguarding water resources and enhancing climate resilience in the region.
Year_Completed | 1966 |
Dam_Height | 47 |
River_Or_Stream | SPRING BRANCH WALNUT CREEK |
Dam_Length | 770 |
Primary_Dam_Type | Earth |
Surface_Area | 4.5 |
Hydraulic_Height | 45 |
Drainage_Area | 1.5 |
Nid_Storage | 533.9 |
Structural_Height | 47 |
Outlet_Gates | None |
Hazard_Potential | Significant |
Foundations | Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid_Height | 47 |
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