Summary
Constructed in 1968 by the USDA NRCS, this earth dam stands at a height of 24 feet and has a length of 918 feet. The dam serves multiple purposes including fire protection, stock or small fish pond, and flood risk reduction, with a storage capacity of 302 acre-feet and a drainage area of 0.65 square miles.
Managed by the Kansas Dept. of Agriculture, Frd No 27 is state regulated and inspected to ensure its structural integrity and safety. The dam has a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating. Although its condition assessment is not rated, the dam continues to play a crucial role in managing water resources in the area, particularly during periods of high discharge when the uncontrolled spillway with a width of 40 feet comes into play.
Despite its age, Frd No 27 remains a vital infrastructure for flood risk reduction and water management in Butler County. With its strategic location on Plum Creek, this dam serves as a safeguard against potential flooding events, highlighting the importance of proper maintenance and regulation of water resources to mitigate climate-related risks in the region.
Year Completed |
1968 |
Dam Length |
918 |
Dam Height |
24 |
River Or Stream |
PLUM CREEK-TR |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
5.6 |
Hydraulic Height |
23 |
Drainage Area |
0.65 |
Nid Storage |
302 |
Structural Height |
26 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
26 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Whitewater R At Towanda
|
64cfs |
Otter C At Climax
|
22cfs |
Elk R At Elk Falls
|
41cfs |
Walnut R At Winfield
|
757cfs |
Arkansas R At Derby
|
464cfs |
Arkansas R At Wichita
|
368cfs |
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 27