Frd No 15-17 Reservoir Report
Nearby: Frd No 16-18b Frd No 15-9
Last Updated: December 10, 2025
Frd No 15-17, also known as Twin Caney Watershed Dam 15 17, is a flood risk reduction structure located in Caney, Kansas.
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Summary
Built in 1965 by the USDA NRCS, this dam stands at a height of 37 feet with a hydraulic height of 34 feet. It has a capacity to store 340 acre-feet of water, with a normal storage level of 31 acre-feet.
Owned by the local government and regulated by the Kansas Department of Agriculture, Frd No 15-17 plays a crucial role in managing the flow of Fly Creek-TR. With a low hazard potential and a condition assessment of "Not Rated", this dam provides essential protection to the surrounding area during periods of heavy rainfall and potential flooding events. Despite its age, Frd No 15-17 continues to serve its primary purpose of flood risk reduction effectively, showcasing the importance of proper infrastructure in water resource management and climate resilience efforts.
Year Completed |
1965 |
Dam Length |
655 |
Dam Height |
37 |
River Or Stream |
FLY CREEK-TR |
Hydraulic Height |
34 |
Nid Storage |
340 |
Structural Height |
37 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
37 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Elk R At Elk Falls
|
34cfs |
Caney R Nr Elgin
|
39cfs |
Verdigris R At Independence
|
772cfs |
Fall R At Fredonia
|
377cfs |
Caney River Above Coon Creek At Bartlesville
|
60cfs |
Verdigris R At Coffeyville
|
810cfs |
Dam Data Reference
Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo 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
HighDams 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.
Frd No 15-17