Summary
This earth-type dam has a height of 26 feet and a length of 1504 feet, completed in 1967 for flood risk reduction purposes. It holds a normal storage capacity of 25.2 acre-feet and serves various other functions such as fire protection and stock or small fish pond management.
The dam is under the jurisdiction of the Kansas Department of Agriculture and regulated by the state, with inspections and enforcement in place to ensure its safety and functionality. With a low hazard potential and fair condition assessment, Frd No 23 poses a moderate risk level (3) and has not experienced any significant modifications in recent years. The dam has an uncontrolled spillway type with a width of 43 feet, capable of handling a maximum discharge of 1910 cubic feet per second.
Overall, Frd No 23 is a crucial infrastructure in the Rock Creek watershed, contributing to flood risk reduction and providing essential water resource management in the region. It stands as a testament to the collaborative efforts between local government agencies, the NRCS, and state regulatory bodies to safeguard the community against potential water-related hazards and ensure the long-term sustainability of the area's water resources.
Year Completed |
1967 |
Dam Length |
1504 |
Dam Height |
26 |
River Or Stream |
ROCK CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
8.3 |
Hydraulic Height |
26 |
Drainage Area |
1.15 |
Nid Storage |
522 |
Structural Height |
34 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
34 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Otter C At Climax
|
22cfs |
Elk R At Elk Falls
|
41cfs |
Whitewater R At Towanda
|
64cfs |
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 23