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Frd No 37, also known as Big Caney WS Dam 37, is a flood risk reduction structure located in Grenola, Kansas along the Caney River. Built in 1972 by the USDA NRCS, this earth dam stands at a height of 56 feet and has a storage capacity of 5,606.58 acre-feet. With a normal storage capacity of 394 acre-feet and a surface area of 61.62 acres, Frd No 37 plays a crucial role in mitigating flood risks in the region.
Managed by the Kansas Department of Agriculture, Frd No 37 is classified as a low hazard potential dam with a moderate risk assessment score of 3. Despite its age, the dam's condition remains unrated, and no recent inspections or maintenance activities have been reported. This structure serves as a key component of the flood control infrastructure in Elk County, Kansas, and is designed to protect the surrounding area from potential inundation events.
While Frd No 37 has not had any significant modifications or emergency action plans prepared to date, its strategic location and design continue to provide valuable flood risk reduction benefits to the local community. As water resource and climate enthusiasts, understanding the importance of structures like Frd No 37 in safeguarding against potential flood events underscores the critical role that infrastructure plays in protecting lives and property in vulnerable areas.
Year_Completed | 1972 |
Dam_Height | 56 |
River_Or_Stream | CANEY RIVER |
Dam_Length | 2640 |
Primary_Dam_Type | Earth |
Surface_Area | 61.62 |
Hydraulic_Height | 53 |
Drainage_Area | 16.9 |
Nid_Storage | 5606.58 |
Structural_Height | 56 |
Outlet_Gates | None |
Hazard_Potential | Low |
Foundations | Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid_Height | 56 |