Summary
Built in 1969 by the USDA NRCS, this dam serves the primary purpose of flood risk reduction along Nicholas Creek. With a dam height of 35 feet and a storage capacity of 1576.2 acre-feet, Frd No 13 plays a crucial role in managing water flow and protecting the surrounding area from potential flooding.
Situated in the Kansas City District, Frd No 13 is a buttress type earth dam with an uncontrolled spillway width of 40 feet. Despite being classified as a low hazard potential structure, it is regulated, inspected, and permitted by the Kansas Department of Agriculture. The dam's condition is currently not rated, but it undergoes regular inspections to ensure its safety and effectiveness in flood risk reduction. With a moderate risk assessment score of 3, Frd No 13 continues to be a key asset in water resource management in the region.
The dam's location in Leon, Kansas, serves as a vital piece of infrastructure that contributes to the overall resilience of the area against potential flooding events. As climate change impacts continue to affect water resources, structures like Frd No 13 play a crucial role in mitigating risks and safeguarding communities and ecosystems. With its strategic design and operational capacity, Frd No 13 stands as a testament to effective water resource management and climate adaptation efforts in the region.
Year Completed |
1969 |
Dam Length |
1130 |
Dam Height |
35 |
River Or Stream |
NICHOLAS CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
24.4 |
Hydraulic Height |
32 |
Drainage Area |
3.93 |
Nid Storage |
1576.2 |
Structural Height |
35 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
35 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Otter C At Climax
|
22cfs |
Whitewater R At Towanda
|
64cfs |
Cedar C Nr Cedar Point
|
61cfs |
Elk R At Elk Falls
|
41cfs |
Verdigris R Nr Virgil
|
183cfs |
Cottonwood R Nr Florence
|
215cfs |
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 13