Frd No 3-19, also known as Twin Caney Watershed Dam 3 19, is a local government-owned structure located in Peru, Kansas.
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Built in 1967 by USDA NRCS, this earth dam stands at a height of 37 feet and has a length of 1235 feet. Its primary purpose is flood risk reduction, with a normal storage capacity of 123 acre-feet and a maximum storage of 1998.39 acre-feet.
Situated on Bear Creek-TR, Frd No 3-19 is regulated by the Kansas Department of Agriculture and is inspected, permitted, and enforced by the state agency. With a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating, this dam poses minimal risk to the surrounding area. Despite not having a current condition assessment, Frd No 3-19 meets guidelines for emergency action plans and risk management measures.
Although Frd No 3-19 has not been modified in recent years, it remains an important structure for flood risk reduction in the Chautauqua County area. With its uncontrolled spillway and capacity to handle a maximum discharge of 1665 cubic feet per second, this dam plays a crucial role in managing water resources and mitigating the impact of extreme weather events on the local community.
Year Completed |
1967 |
Dam Length |
1235 |
Dam Height |
37 |
River Or Stream |
BEAR CREEK-TR |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
25.13 |
Hydraulic Height |
34 |
Drainage Area |
5.14 |
Nid Storage |
1998.39 |
Structural Height |
37 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
37 |
Caney R Nr Elgin
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39cfs |
Elk R At Elk Falls
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35cfs |
Caney River Above Coon Creek At Bartlesville
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63cfs |
Verdigris R At Independence
|
772cfs |
Verdigris R At Coffeyville
|
810cfs |
Verdigris River Near Lenapah
|
804cfs |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Sedan City Park
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Wah - Sha - She State Park
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Caney Bend
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