Andale Frd No A-2 is a vital structure in Sedgwick, Kansas, designed by the USDA NRCS to mitigate flood risks in the area.
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Completed in 1963, this earth dam stands at a height of 17.6 feet, with a hydraulic height of 21 feet, and a structural height of 24 feet. It serves the primary purpose of flood risk reduction and has a storage capacity of 407.2 acre-feet, with normal storage at 33.9 acre-feet.
Located in Andale, the dam covers a surface area of 9.97 acres and has a drainage area of 0.79 square miles. With a maximum discharge of 2400 cubic feet per second, the dam's uncontrolled spillway is 144 feet wide. Despite being assessed as in fair condition, the dam poses a high hazard potential and undergoes inspections every three years. With its impressive flood risk reduction capabilities and crucial role in water resource management, Andale Frd No A-2 is a key asset in safeguarding the surrounding area from potential flooding events.
Year Completed |
1963 |
Dam Length |
1500 |
Dam Height |
17.6 |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
9.97 |
Hydraulic Height |
21 |
Drainage Area |
0.79 |
Nid Storage |
407.2 |
Structural Height |
24 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
24 |