Frd No Gs 29 Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 13, 2025

Frd No Gs 29, also known as Walnut Creek Watershed Dam Gs 29, is a local government-owned earth dam located in Padonia, Kansas.


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Summary

Built in 1964 by the USDA NRCS, this structure stands at 27 feet tall and spans 545 feet in length, with a storage capacity of 114.32 acre-feet. Its primary purpose is flood risk reduction, serving the Spring Creek-TR river or stream in the region.

With a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating, Frd No Gs 29 is currently not rated for its condition. Despite not being state-regulated or inspected, this dam plays a crucial role in mitigating flood risks in the area. The spillway, with a width of 70 feet, is uncontrolled, and the dam does not have outlet gates. Although the emergency action plan status and risk management measures are not provided, the structure continues to serve its intended purpose effectively. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Frd No Gs 29 represents a key piece of infrastructure in the Walnut Creek Watershed, contributing to the overall resilience of the region against flooding events.

Year Completed

1964

Dam Length

545

Dam Height

27

River Or Stream

SPRING CREEK-TR

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

4.33

Hydraulic Height

24

Drainage Area

0.49

Nid Storage

114.32

Structural Height

27

Outlet Gates

None

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

27
       
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Condition Assessment

Satisfactory
No 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

High
Dams 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.