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FRD NO 6

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Unlisted/Unknown Dam Six Mile Creek-Tr
April 1, 2025


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Frd No 6, also known as Wakarusa Watershed Dam 6, is a flood risk reduction structure located in Shawnee, Kansas. Built in 1973 by the USDA NRCS, this dam is owned by the local government and regulated by the Kansas Department of Agriculture. With a height of 37 feet and a hydraulic height of 34 feet, Frd No 6 serves the primary purpose of flood risk reduction in the Six Mile Creek watershed.

This buttress-type dam has a storage capacity of 500 acre-feet and a normal storage level of 99 acre-feet. Despite its low hazard potential, Frd No 6 has not been rated for its condition assessment. The dam spans 1,220 feet in length and features a spillway width of 40 feet. While it has not been inspected recently, Frd No 6 remains a vital infrastructure for managing water resources and mitigating flood risks in the area.

Enthusiasts interested in water resource management and climate resilience will find Frd No 6 to be a significant structure in the Wakarusa watershed. With its strategic location and purpose, this dam plays a crucial role in protecting the surrounding community from potential flooding events. As climate change continues to impact water resources, the importance of structures like Frd No 6 in safeguarding against floods cannot be understated.

Year_Completed 1973
Dam_Height 37
River_Or_Stream SIX MILE CREEK-TR
Dam_Length 1220
Hydraulic_Height 34
Nid_Storage 500
Structural_Height 37
Outlet_Gates None
Hazard_Potential Low
Foundations Unlisted/Unknown
Nid_Height 37
       



       

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