Frd No 23, also known as Big Caney Watershed Dam 23, is a local government-owned structure located in Cedar Vale, Kansas. This earth-type dam was completed in 1969 and stands at a height of 59 feet, with a hydraulic height of 56 feet. Its primary purpose is flood risk reduction, serving the Jim Creek watershed with a normal storage capacity of 219 acre-feet and a maximum storage of 1600 acre-feet.

Managed by the Kansas Department of Agriculture and designed by the USDA NRCS, Frd No 23 has a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment score of 3. The dam has not been rated for its condition assessment, but it is inspected, regulated, permitted, and enforced by state authorities. With a drainage area of 6.03 square miles, the dam plays a crucial role in mitigating flood risks in the region and protecting downstream communities and infrastructure along Jim Creek.

Despite its age, Frd No 23 continues to fulfill its intended purpose of flood risk reduction effectively. As a key component of the local water resource management infrastructure, this dam highlights the importance of proper design, maintenance, and regulation in ensuring the safety and resilience of communities in the face of changing climate patterns and increasing water-related challenges.