Frd No 12-3 Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 7, 2025

Frd No 12-3, also known as Twin Caney Watershed Dam 12 3, is a local government-owned earth dam located in Sedan, Kansas.


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Summary

Constructed in 1970 by the USDA NRCS, this dam serves the primary purpose of flood risk reduction along the Middle Caney Creek. With a hydraulic height of 58 feet and a structural height of 61 feet, Frd No 12-3 has a storage capacity of 11,831.81 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 96.67 acres.

Situated in Chautauqua County, Frd No 12-3 has a drainage area of 35.71 square miles and a maximum discharge capacity of 20,200 cubic feet per second. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 300 feet, and it is categorized as having a low hazard potential with a moderate risk assessment rating of 3. While the condition assessment is currently not rated, the dam is regulated by the Kansas Department of Agriculture and undergoes regular state permitting, inspection, and enforcement to ensure its safety and effectiveness in flood risk reduction.

Overall, Frd No 12-3 plays a vital role in mitigating flood risks in the region and is a crucial part of the water resource management infrastructure in Kansas. With its strategic location and design, this dam serves as a testament to collaboration between local government entities and federal agencies like the USDA NRCS, highlighting the importance of coordinated efforts in safeguarding communities against the impacts of climate change and extreme weather events.

Year Completed

1970

Dam Length

2800

Dam Height

61

River Or Stream

MIDDLE CANEY CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

96.67

Hydraulic Height

58

Drainage Area

35.71

Nid Storage

11831.81

Structural Height

61

Outlet Gates

None

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

61
       
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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.
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