Frd No 14 Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Frd No 14, also known as Wakarusa Watershed Dist 35 Frd 14, is a flood risk reduction structure located in Auburn, Shawnee County, Kansas.


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Summary

Managed by the local government, this dam is regulated by the Kansas Department of Agriculture and is designed by the USDA NRCS. With a height of 44 feet and a hydraulic height of 41 feet, Frd No 14 plays a crucial role in mitigating flood risks in the area.

Constructed in an area with a low hazard potential, Frd No 14 has a storage capacity of 317 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 52 acre-feet. The dam, with a length of 460 feet, is designed in a buttress core type and features a spillway width of 40 feet. While the dam's condition assessment is currently not rated, its inspection frequency is listed as 0. With its primary purpose being flood risk reduction, Frd No 14 serves as a vital infrastructure in managing water resources and climate challenges in the region.

Located in the Wakarusa River watershed, Frd No 14 is an essential part of the water management system in the area. With its low hazard potential and strategic design, this dam plays a crucial role in safeguarding the community from potential flooding events. As water resource and climate enthusiasts, understanding the significance of structures like Frd No 14 is key to appreciating the efforts made in managing and mitigating environmental risks.

Dam Length

460

Dam Height

44

River Or Stream

WAKARUSA RIVER-TR

Hydraulic Height

41

Nid Storage

317

Structural Height

44

Outlet Gates

None

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

44
       
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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.