Frd No 57, also known as Upper Black Vermillion WS Dam 57, is a vital water resource infrastructure located in Frankfort, Kansas. This earth dam, designed by USDA NRCS and completed in 1971, serves the primary purpose of flood risk reduction along the Irish Creek-TR. With a height of 38 feet and a length of 855 feet, Frd No 57 has a storage capacity of 327 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 11.15 acres, making it a crucial component in managing water flow in the region.

Owned and regulated by the local government, Frd No 57 is subject to state inspection, enforcement, and permitting by the Kansas Department of Agriculture. Despite being classified as having a low hazard potential, the dam's risk assessment indicates a moderate level of risk (3). Although the condition assessment is currently not rated, the dam's emergency action plan status, as well as risk management measures, remain undisclosed. With its significant role in flood risk reduction and water management, Frd No 57 stands as a key asset in safeguarding the community's water resources and infrastructure.