College Creek Frd No 2 Reservoir Report
Nearby: Dd No 121 Detention Dam No 133
Last Updated: December 13, 2025
College Creek Frd No 2, also known as College Creek Retarding Dam No 2, is a local government-owned structure located in St.
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Summary
Marys, Kansas. This dam serves the primary purpose of flood risk reduction along the College Creek, with a height of 48 feet and a hydraulic height of 39 feet. The dam has a storage capacity of 310 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 9.7 acres, providing essential protection to the surrounding area from potential flooding events.
Managed by the Kansas Department of Agriculture, College Creek Frd No 2 is regulated, permitted, inspected, and enforced by state authorities to ensure its structural integrity and functionality. The dam has a high hazard potential, but its condition assessment is satisfactory, indicating that it is currently in good operational condition. The last inspection date was in September 2020, with a scheduled frequency of every 3 years to monitor its performance and safety. Despite moderate risk assessment, the dam meets guidelines for emergency action plans and risk management measures.
Designed by the USDA NRCS, College Creek Frd No 2 plays a crucial role in mitigating flood risks in the Pottawatomie County area. With its earth core buttress design, uncontrolled spillway type, and strategic location along the College Creek, this dam exemplifies the collaborative efforts between local and federal agencies to protect communities and enhance water resource management in the region. As an essential component of the state's infrastructure, College Creek Frd No 2 stands as a testament to effective water resource and climate resilience strategies in Kansas.
Dam Length |
1090 |
Dam Height |
48 |
River Or Stream |
COLLEGE CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
9.7 |
Hydraulic Height |
39 |
Drainage Area |
0.67 |
Nid Storage |
310 |
Structural Height |
48 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
48 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Kansas R Nr Belvue
|
1410cfs |
Soldier C Nr Delia
|
2cfs |
Mill C Nr Paxico
|
32cfs |
Vermillion C Nr Wamego
|
8cfs |
Kansas R At Wamego
|
1400cfs |
Rock C Nr Louisville
|
16cfs |
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.
College Creek Frd No 2