This dam, completed in 1976, serves primarily for flood risk reduction along Chicken Creek-TR, with a dam height of 45 feet and a maximum storage capacity of 712 acre-feet. The dam's core type is buttress, and it stands at a structural height of 45 feet, with a hydraulic height of 41 feet.
Located in Douglas County, Kansas, Frd No 25 is regulated by the Kansas Department of Agriculture and is subject to state permitting, inspection, and enforcement. The dam has a low hazard potential and is currently rated as "Not Rated" in terms of condition assessment. Despite having no associated structures and no recent inspection date listed, Frd No 25 plays a crucial role in managing flood risk within the region, with a spillway width of 100 feet to handle a maximum discharge of 2588 cubic feet per second.
With its strategic location and purposeful design, Frd No 25 stands as a vital component in the flood risk reduction efforts of the area, providing a crucial safeguard against potential inundation from Chicken Creek-TR. As water resource and climate enthusiasts, this dam serves as a tangible example of infrastructure designed to protect local communities and ensure the sustainable management of water resources in the region.
Year Completed |
1976 |
Dam Length |
1385 |
Dam Height |
45 |
River Or Stream |
CHICKEN CREEK-TR |
Hydraulic Height |
41 |
Nid Storage |
712 |
Structural Height |
45 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
45 |
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