Frd No 9-1, also known as Twin Caney Watershed Dam 9 1, is a flood risk reduction structure located in Sedan, Kansas.
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Built in 1967 by the USDA NRCS, this earth dam stands at a height of 57 feet and has a hydraulic height of 54 feet, with a total length of 1540 feet. With a normal storage capacity of 363 acre-feet, Frd No 9-1 plays a crucial role in managing floodwaters in the Spring Creek watershed.
Managed by the Kansas Department of Agriculture, Frd No 9-1 is state regulated, permitted, inspected, and enforced to ensure its safety and functionality. The dam has a hazard potential rating of low and a moderate risk assessment level of 3. Although the condition assessment is currently not rated, the dam meets guidelines for emergency action preparedness, with an emergency action plan in place to mitigate potential risks and ensure public safety in case of emergencies.
The location of Frd No 9-1 in the Chautauqua County of Kansas underscores its importance in protecting the surrounding area from flood risks. With its controlled spillway and uncontrolled spillway type, this dam is a vital infrastructure for water resource management in the region, showcasing the collaboration between local government, federal agencies, and state regulators in safeguarding communities from natural disasters.
Year Completed |
1967 |
Dam Length |
1540 |
Dam Height |
57 |
River Or Stream |
SPRING CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
50.07 |
Hydraulic Height |
54 |
Drainage Area |
12.52 |
Nid Storage |
2885 |
Structural Height |
57 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
57 |
Elk R At Elk Falls
|
37cfs |
Caney R Nr Elgin
|
41cfs |
Fall R At Fredonia
|
381cfs |
Verdigris R At Independence
|
789cfs |
Caney River Above Coon Creek At Bartlesville
|
63cfs |
Otter C At Climax
|
20cfs |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Quivira Scout Ranch
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Sedan City Park
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Moline City Park
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