Summary
Completed in 1966, this earth dam serves primarily for flood risk reduction along the NO BR Little Walnut River-TR. With a height of 28 feet and a length of 760 feet, the dam has a storage capacity of 810.71 acre-feet and a maximum discharge of 505 cubic feet per second.
Managed by the Kansas Department of Agriculture, Frd No 3 is regulated, permitted, inspected, and enforced by the state. The dam's spillway type is uncontrolled, with a width of 40 feet. Despite being classified as low hazard potential and not rated for condition assessment, the dam is considered to have moderate risk based on a risk assessment score of 3. Emergency action plans, inundation maps, and risk management measures for the dam are currently not available, indicating a need for further preparation and evaluation to ensure public safety and water resource management in the area.
Overall, Frd No 3 plays a crucial role in mitigating flood risks in the region and is a key component of the local water infrastructure. With its moderate risk assessment and lack of certain emergency preparedness measures, there is a potential for improvement in the dam's management and safety protocols to enhance its effectiveness in protecting the surrounding community and environment from water-related disasters. Climate and water resource enthusiasts can closely monitor the developments and enhancements of Frd No 3 to ensure its continued reliability and resilience in the face of changing environmental conditions.
Year Completed |
1966 |
Dam Length |
760 |
Dam Height |
28 |
River Or Stream |
NO BR LITTLE WALNUT RIVER-TR |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
11.88 |
Hydraulic Height |
25 |
Drainage Area |
1.6 |
Nid Storage |
810.71 |
Structural Height |
28 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
28 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Whitewater R At Towanda
|
71cfs |
Otter C At Climax
|
23cfs |
Arkansas R At Derby
|
469cfs |
Arkansas R At Wichita
|
386cfs |
Cedar C Nr Cedar Point
|
67cfs |
Arkansas R Nr Maize
|
256cfs |
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.
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