Dd No Sa-4 (Snipe Creek) Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 13, 2025
Dd No Sa-4, also known as Snipe Creek Pilot WS Dam Sa 4, is a flood risk reduction structure located in Frankfort, Kansas.
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Summary
Built in 1955 and designed by USDA NRCS, this dam has a core type of Buttress and stands at a height of 24 feet with a hydraulic height of 18 feet. The dam spans 680 feet in length and has a storage capacity of 134 acre-feet, serving the primary purpose of flood risk reduction along Snipe Creek.
Owned by the local government and not regulated by the state, Dd No Sa-4 has a low hazard potential and is currently rated as "Not Rated" in terms of condition assessment. With no associated structures and no outlet gates, this dam is considered to have a minimal risk factor. Although it has not been inspected recently and lacks an Emergency Action Plan, Dd No Sa-4 remains a key asset in mitigating flood risks in the area, reflecting the importance of water resource management and climate resilience in local communities like Frankfort, Kansas.
Year Completed |
1955 |
Dam Length |
680 |
Dam Height |
24 |
River Or Stream |
SNIPE CREEK |
Hydraulic Height |
18 |
Nid Storage |
134 |
Structural Height |
24 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
24 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Turkey C Nr Seneca
|
14cfs |
Black Vermillion R Nr Frankfort
|
43cfs |
Big Blue R At Barneston Nebr
|
131cfs |
Big Blue R At Marysville
|
164cfs |
North Fork Big Nemaha River At Humboldt
|
67cfs |
L Blue R Nr Barnes
|
99cfs |
Dam Data Reference
Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo 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
HighDams 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.
Dd No Sa-4 (Snipe Creek)