Frd No 19 Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Frd No 19, also known as Rock Creek Watershed Dam 19, is a local government-owned structure located in Butler County, Kansas.


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Summary

Designed by the USDA NRCS and completed in 1968, this earth dam stands at a height of 26 feet and serves the primary purpose of flood risk reduction. With a normal storage capacity of 36 acre-feet and a maximum discharge of 406 cubic feet per second, Frd No 19 plays a crucial role in protecting the surrounding area from the impacts of severe weather events.

Situated along Rock Creek-TR, this dam covers a surface area of 10.23 acres and has a drainage area of 1.48 square miles. Despite its low hazard potential and moderate risk assessment rating, Frd No 19 has not undergone a formal condition assessment and is currently not rated. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 40 feet and does not have outlet gates. While the structure has not been modified in recent years, it remains a key component in the local flood risk management strategy, highlighting the importance of proactive monitoring and maintenance to ensure its continued effectiveness in safeguarding the community against potential water-related challenges.

Year Completed

1968

Dam Length

665

Dam Height

26

River Or Stream

ROCK CREEK-TR

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

10.23

Hydraulic Height

23

Drainage Area

1.48

Nid Storage

620.95

Structural Height

26

Outlet Gates

None

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

26
       
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Condition Assessment

Satisfactory
No 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

High
Dams 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.