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Located in the Walnut Creek Watershed in Reserve, Kansas, Frd No Gs 32 is a local government-owned earthen dam designed by the USDA NRCS in 1966 for flood risk reduction. The dam stands at a height of 34 feet with a hydraulic height of 31 feet and a length of 555 feet, providing a storage capacity of 55 acre-feet for the surrounding area. With a surface area of 2.46 acres and a drainage area of 0.2 square miles, the dam serves as a crucial infrastructure in managing floodwaters and protecting the community from potential hazards.
Managed by the Kansas Department of Agriculture, Frd No Gs 32 is regulated, inspected, and enforced to ensure its structural integrity and safety. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 40 feet and is classified with a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating. While the dam is currently rated as "Not Rated" in terms of its condition assessment, it plays a significant role in mitigating flood risks in the region, highlighting the importance of water resource management and climate resilience efforts in safeguarding communities and ecosystems.
As part of the Rock Island District, Frd No Gs 32 exemplifies the collaborative efforts between federal, state, and local agencies in safeguarding water resources and enhancing flood risk reduction measures. With its purpose solely focused on flood risk reduction, the dam serves as a critical infrastructure in the Walnut Creek Watershed, illustrating the importance of sustainable water resource management practices and the need for ongoing monitoring and maintenance to ensure its long-term effectiveness in protecting the community and the environment.
Year_Completed | 1966 |
Dam_Height | 34 |
River_Or_Stream | WALNUT CREEK-TR |
Dam_Length | 555 |
Primary_Dam_Type | Earth |
Surface_Area | 2.46 |
Hydraulic_Height | 31 |
Drainage_Area | 0.2 |
Nid_Storage | 55 |
Structural_Height | 34 |
Outlet_Gates | None |
Hazard_Potential | Low |
Foundations | Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid_Height | 34 |
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