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Frd No Gs 33, also known as Walnut Creek Watershed Dam Gs 33, is a significant structure located in Padonia, Kansas, within the Brown County jurisdiction. Owned by the local government, this earth dam was designed by the USDA NRCS and completed in 1966 with the primary purpose of flood risk reduction along the Walnut Creek-TR. Standing at a height of 30 feet with a hydraulic height of 27 feet and a length of 515 feet, this dam plays a crucial role in managing water resources in the area.
With a storage capacity of 126.46 acre-feet and a normal storage of 35 acre-feet, Frd No Gs 33 covers a surface area of 5.27 acres, serving a drainage area of 0.26 square miles. Despite its low hazard potential and moderate risk assessment, the dam's condition remains unrated, highlighting the need for regular inspections and maintenance. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway type with a width of 40 feet, ensuring proper water discharge during times of high flow.
While Frd No Gs 33 currently does not have associated structures or outlet gates, its role in flood risk reduction and water management remains crucial for the local community. With state regulation and inspection in place, this dam serves as a key asset in safeguarding the surrounding area from potential flooding and ensuring sustainable water resource management in the Walnut Creek Watershed.
Year_Completed | 1966 |
Dam_Height | 30 |
River_Or_Stream | WALNUT CREEK-TR |
Dam_Length | 515 |
Primary_Dam_Type | Earth |
Surface_Area | 5.27 |
Hydraulic_Height | 27 |
Drainage_Area | 0.26 |
Nid_Storage | 126.46 |
Structural_Height | 30 |
Outlet_Gates | None |
Hazard_Potential | Low |
Foundations | Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid_Height | 30 |
POTTAWATOMIE C NR SCIPIO | 15cfs |
LIGHTNING C NR MCCUNE | 5260cfs |
NEOSHO R NR PARSONS | 23200cfs |
NEOSHO R NR IOLA | 9420cfs |
MARMATON R NR UNIONTOWN | 4190cfs |
ELK R AT ELK FALLS | 995cfs |
NEOSHO R AT BURLINGTON | 185cfs |