Frd No 14 Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Located in Cowley, Kansas, Frd No 14, also known as Timber Creek Watershed Dam 14, is a local government-owned structure designed by the USDA NRCS to address flood risk reduction in the area.


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Summary

Completed in 1972, this earth dam stands at a height of 31.7 feet, with a hydraulic height of 24 feet and a structural height of 27 feet. It has a storage capacity of 776.4 acre-feet and serves a drainage area of 1.56 square miles.

With a spillway width of 40 feet and a surface area of 13.4 acres, Frd No 14 is regulated by the Kansas Department of Agriculture and has a low hazard potential with a satisfactory condition assessment. The dam's primary purpose is flood risk reduction, a critical function in safeguarding the surrounding community from potential water-related disasters. Despite being non-federally owned, Frd No 14 plays a vital role in managing water resources in the region and underscores the importance of local infrastructure in climate resilience efforts.

Year Completed

1972

Dam Length

786

Dam Height

31.7

River Or Stream

TIMBER CREEK-TR

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

13.4

Hydraulic Height

24

Drainage Area

1.56

Nid Storage

776.4

Structural Height

27

Outlet Gates

None

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

32
       
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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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