Frd No 6-3 Reservoir Report

Last Updated: April 18, 2026

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Frd No 6-3, also known as Upper Verdigris WS Dam 6 3, is a local government-owned dam located in Madison, Lyon County, Kansas.


Summary

Built in 1966 by the USDA NRCS, this earth-type dam stands at a height of 32 feet and spans a length of 1100 feet. Its primary purpose is flood risk reduction, with a normal storage capacity of 60 acre-feet and a maximum storage of 825.46 acre-feet.

Situated on the Kelly Branch of the Verdigris River, Frd No 6-3 is regulated by the Kansas Department of Agriculture and falls under the jurisdiction of the state. The dam has a low hazard potential and is currently rated as "Not Rated" in terms of condition assessment. Despite its moderate risk level, the dam has not been assigned a DSAC date and lacks updated emergency action plans and inundation maps. Overall, Frd No 6-3 serves as a vital infrastructure for flood risk mitigation in the region, highlighting the importance of proper maintenance and risk management measures for water resource and climate enthusiasts to monitor and support.

15-Day Long Term Forecast


Year Completed

1966

Dam Length

1100

Dam Height

32

River Or Stream

KELLY BRANCH VERDIGRIS RIV-TR

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

12.18

Hydraulic Height

29

Drainage Area

1.14

Nid Storage

825.46

Structural Height

32

Outlet Gates

None

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

32
       
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5-Day Hourly Forecast Detail

Dam Data Reference

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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