Frd No 30 Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Frd No 30, also known as Timber Creek Watershed Dam 30, is a vital structure located in the Cowley County of Kansas.


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Summary

Owned by the local government and regulated by the Kansas Department of Agriculture, this dam serves the primary purpose of flood risk reduction in the Cedar Creek watershed. Built in 1972 by the USDA NRCS, this earth dam stands at a height of 43 feet and has a storage capacity of 1201.45 acre-feet, providing essential protection to the surrounding area.

With a significant hazard potential and a fair condition assessment, Frd No 30 requires regular inspections to ensure its structural integrity. The dam has a spillway width of 40 feet and a drainage area of 2.49 square miles, making it a crucial component in managing water flow in the region. Despite its age, Frd No 30 continues to play a crucial role in mitigating flood risks and safeguarding the community against potential disasters, highlighting the importance of proper maintenance and monitoring of water infrastructure in the face of changing climate conditions.

Year Completed

1972

Dam Length

1175

Dam Height

43

River Or Stream

CEDAR CREEK-TR

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

24.14

Hydraulic Height

40

Drainage Area

2.49

Nid Storage

1201.45

Structural Height

43

Outlet Gates

None

Hazard Potential

Significant

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

43
       
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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.