Frd No Gs 17, also known as the Walnut Creek Watershed Dam Gs 17, is a flood risk reduction structure located in PADONIA, Kansas. Owned by the local government, this dam was designed by USDA NRCS and completed in 1964. It serves the primary purpose of flood risk reduction and is regulated, permitted, inspected, and enforced by the Kansas Department of Agriculture.

This Earth-type dam stands at a height of 31 feet with a hydraulic height of 28 feet and a length of 700 feet. It has a storage capacity of 200 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 9.05 acres, with a drainage area of 0.74 square miles. The dam has a low hazard potential and is currently in a not rated condition assessment status.

With a moderate risk assessment rating of 3, Frd No Gs 17 plays a crucial role in protecting the surrounding areas from potential flooding events. Its strategic location along the Walnut Creek-TR ensures that it effectively manages water flow and reduces the risk of flood damage in Brown County, Kansas. As a key component of the local water resource infrastructure, this dam highlights the importance of proactive flood risk management in the face of changing climate patterns.