Frd No 2-30 Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 12, 2025

Frd No 2-30, also known as Twin Caney Watershed Dam 2 30, is a local government-owned structure located in Niotaze, Kansas.


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Summary

This earth dam, designed by USDA NRCS and completed in 1966, serves the primary purpose of flood risk reduction along Lake Creek. With a height of 20 feet and a length of 1900 feet, Frd No 2-30 has a capacity of 934.25 acre-feet and a drainage area of 2.11 square miles.

This dam, regulated by the Kansas Department of Agriculture and inspected annually, has a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating. With a spillway width of 40 feet and a maximum discharge of 400 cfs, Frd No 2-30 plays a crucial role in managing water flow and reducing the risk of flooding in the area. Despite its condition being currently unrated, this dam continues to provide important flood risk reduction benefits to the surrounding community.

Located in Chautauqua County, Frd No 2-30 is a key infrastructure asset for water resource management in the region. With its design by the Natural Resources Conservation Service and adherence to state regulations, this dam exemplifies the importance of proactive measures in mitigating flood risks and ensuring the safety of nearby residents.

Year Completed

1966

Dam Length

1900

Dam Height

20

River Or Stream

LAKE CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

20.91

Hydraulic Height

17

Drainage Area

2.11

Nid Storage

934.25

Structural Height

20

Outlet Gates

None

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

20
       
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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.