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FRD NO 33

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Unlisted/Unknown Dam North Branch Hickory Creek-Tr
May 3, 2025


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Frd No 33, also known as Little Walnut Hickory WS Dam 32, is a flood risk reduction dam located in Douglass, Kansas. Owned by the local government, this structure was designed by the USDA NRCS and completed in 1967. With a dam height of 19.2 feet and a hydraulic height of 17 feet, Frd No 33 serves the primary purpose of flood risk reduction for the North Branch Hickory Creek-TR river or stream.

This earth dam has a storage capacity of 359.41 acre-feet and a normal storage level of 20.46 acre-feet, covering a surface area of 7.33 acres. While it has a low hazard potential, the condition of Frd No 33 is currently not rated, with the last inspection conducted in November 2016. The dam's moderate risk assessment highlights the importance of ongoing monitoring and maintenance to ensure its continued effectiveness in protecting the surrounding area from potential flooding events.

With its strategic location and vital role in flood control, Frd No 33 stands as a key infrastructure asset in Butler County, Kansas. Climate and water resource enthusiasts can appreciate the engineering feats behind this dam, as well as the ongoing efforts to manage its risk and ensure its functionality for the community's safety and well-being.

Year_Completed 1967
Dam_Height 19.2
River_Or_Stream NORTH BRANCH HICKORY CREEK-TR
Dam_Length 1500
Primary_Dam_Type Earth
Surface_Area 7.33
Hydraulic_Height 17
Drainage_Area 0.77
Nid_Storage 359.41
Structural_Height 23
Outlet_Gates None
Hazard_Potential Low
Foundations Unlisted/Unknown
Nid_Height 23
       

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