Frd No 17-3 Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 7, 2025

Frd No 17-3, also known as Twin Caney Watershed Dam 17 3, is a local government-owned structure located in Caney, Kansas.


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Summary

This dam, designed by USDA NRCS, serves the primary purpose of flood risk reduction in the Coon Creek area. Completed in 1965, Frd No 17-3 stands at a height of 39 feet with a hydraulic height of 36 feet, and a length of 715 feet. It has a maximum storage capacity of 725 acre-feet and a normal storage of 59 acre-feet.

Managed by the Kansas Department of Agriculture, Frd No 17-3 has a low hazard potential and is currently in a condition assessment status of "Not Rated." The dam has not been inspected recently, but is regulated, permitted, and inspected by the state government. With a spillway width of 40 feet and no associated locks, Frd No 17-3 plays a crucial role in mitigating flood risks in the region. Although not rated for condition assessment, the dam continues to serve as a vital infrastructure for water resource management in Chautauqua County, Kansas.

Year Completed

1965

Dam Length

715

Dam Height

39

River Or Stream

COON CREEK

Hydraulic Height

36

Nid Storage

725

Structural Height

39

Outlet Gates

None

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

39
       
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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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