Frd No Gs 17 Reservoir Report
Nearby: Frd No W-4 Frd No W-3
Last Updated: December 15, 2025
Frd No Gs 17, also known as the Walnut Creek Watershed Dam Gs 17, is a flood risk reduction structure located in PADONIA, Kansas.
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Summary
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.
Year Completed |
1964 |
Dam Length |
700 |
Dam Height |
31 |
River Or Stream |
WALNUT CREEK-TR |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
9.05 |
Hydraulic Height |
28 |
Drainage Area |
0.74 |
Nid Storage |
200 |
Structural Height |
31 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
31 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Big Nemaha River At Falls City
|
310cfs |
Missouri River At Rulo
|
24800cfs |
Delaware R Nr Muscotah
|
51cfs |
Turkey C Nr Seneca
|
24cfs |
North Fork Big Nemaha River At Humboldt
|
67cfs |
Tarkio River At Fairfax Mo
|
62cfs |
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 Gs 17