Frd No 25 Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 12, 2025

Frd No 25, also known as City of Atchison Dam 25, is a local government-owned structure located in Atchison, Kansas.


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Summary

Designed by USDA NRCS, this dam serves the primary purpose of flood risk reduction along Brewery Creek-TR. Completed in 1965, Frd No 25 is an Earth-type dam with a height of 50.1 feet and a hydraulic height of 38 feet, providing a storage capacity of 144.16 acre-feet.

With a high hazard potential and satisfactory condition assessment, Frd No 25 is regulated by the Kansas Department of Agriculture and undergoes state inspection and enforcement. The dam has a moderate risk level and a spillway width of 40 feet, with no outlet gates and associated structures. Despite its age, Frd No 25 continues to play a crucial role in managing flood risk in the area, showcasing the importance of proper infrastructure for water resource and climate enthusiasts to study and monitor for sustainable water management practices.

Year Completed

1965

Dam Length

1050

Dam Height

50.1

River Or Stream

BREWERY CREEK-TR

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

3.52

Hydraulic Height

38

Drainage Area

0.16

Nid Storage

144.16

Structural Height

46

Outlet Gates

None

Hazard Potential

High

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

50
       
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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.