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Located in Chautauqua County, Kansas, Frd No 15-9, also known as Twin Caney Watershed Dam 15 9, is a flood risk reduction structure designed by USDA NRCS and completed in 1965. This buttress-type dam stands at a height of 34 feet and spans 765 feet, with a storage capacity of 655 acre-feet. Situated on Fly Creek-TR, the dam plays a crucial role in mitigating flood risks in the region.
Managed by the local government and regulated by the Kansas Department of Agriculture, Frd No 15-9 is inspected, permitted, and enforced to ensure its structural integrity and effectiveness in flood control. With a low hazard potential and a condition assessment of "Not Rated," this dam serves as a vital infrastructure for protecting the surrounding community from potential flooding events. The dam's emergency action plan status and risk management measures are currently not assessed, highlighting the need for ongoing monitoring and preparedness.
With its strategic location and significant impact on flood risk reduction in the area, Frd No 15-9 stands as a testament to effective water resource management and climate resilience efforts in Kansas. As climate change continues to pose challenges to water resources, structures like this play a crucial role in safeguarding communities and ecosystems from the increasing threats of extreme weather events. As enthusiasts for water resources and climate adaptation, understanding and supporting the upkeep and enhancement of structures like Frd No 15-9 is essential for building a more sustainable and resilient future.
Year_Completed | 1965 |
Dam_Height | 34 |
River_Or_Stream | FLY CREEK-TR |
Dam_Length | 765 |
Hydraulic_Height | 31 |
Nid_Storage | 655 |
Structural_Height | 34 |
Outlet_Gates | None |
Hazard_Potential | Low |
Foundations | Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid_Height | 34 |
VERDIGRIS R AT INDEPENDENCE | 2320cfs |
NEOSHO R NR IOLA | 2280cfs |
NEOSHO R AT BURLINGTON | 2390cfs |
OTTER C AT CLIMAX | 20cfs |
VERDIGRIS R NR VIRGIL | 35cfs |
VERDIGRIS R NR ALTOONA | 152cfs |
FALL R AT FREDONIA | 647cfs |