Frd No 16-1 Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 6, 2025

Frd No 16-1, also known as Upper Verdigris Watershed Dam 16-1, is a local government-owned earth dam in Virgil, Kansas.


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Summary

Constructed in 1968 by the USDA NRCS, this dam primarily serves the purpose of flood risk reduction in the area. Standing at a height of 43 feet and with a length of 1330 feet, the dam has a storage capacity of 1655 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 26.81 acres.

Located along the Verdigris River, Frd No 16-1 is regulated by the Kansas Department of Agriculture and undergoes regular state inspections, enforcement, and permitting. With a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating, this dam plays a crucial role in managing flood risks in the region. Although its condition assessment is currently not rated, the dam continues to provide essential flood protection for the local community.

Overall, Frd No 16-1 is a vital infrastructure piece in the Upper Verdigris Watershed, contributing to the overall water resource management and climate resilience efforts in the region. As a part of the flood risk reduction system, this dam ensures the safety and well-being of the surrounding area and helps mitigate potential damages from flooding events.

Year Completed

1968

Dam Length

1330

Dam Height

43

River Or Stream

VERDIGRIS RIVER-TR

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

26.81

Hydraulic Height

36

Drainage Area

4.76

Nid Storage

1655

Structural Height

43

Outlet Gates

None

Hazard Potential

Low

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.