Summary
This earth dam, designed by USDA NRCS and completed in 1963, serves the primary purpose of flood risk reduction along the White Clay Creek-TR. With a height of 48.1 feet and a structural height of 65 feet, this dam plays a crucial role in protecting the surrounding area from potential flooding events.
Managed by the Kansas Department of Agriculture, Frd No 8 is state-regulated and undergoes regular inspections to ensure its satisfactory condition. With a high hazard potential due to its proximity to the river, the dam has a normal storage capacity of 138.4 acre-feet and serves as a vital component of the local water resource management system. Despite its age, Frd No 8 continues to meet regulatory guidelines and plays a crucial role in mitigating flood risks in the region.
The dam infrastructure does not feature outlet gates and has a spillway width of 70 feet. Its associated structures include no locks, and its last inspection took place on March 25, 2020. With a focus on flood risk reduction and a satisfying condition assessment, Frd No 8 stands as a key element in the water resource and climate management efforts in Atchison, Kansas.
Year Completed |
1963 |
Dam Length |
970 |
Dam Height |
48.1 |
River Or Stream |
WHITE CLAY CREEK-TR |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
13.5 |
Hydraulic Height |
52 |
Drainage Area |
0.76 |
Nid Storage |
820 |
Structural Height |
65 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
65 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Stranger C Nr Potter
|
199cfs |
Delaware R Nr Muscotah
|
14cfs |
Missouri River At St. Joseph
|
26100cfs |
Platte River At Sharps Station
|
73cfs |
Platte River Near Agency
|
70cfs |
Stranger C Nr Tonganoxie
|
17cfs |
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.
Frd No 8