Frd No 37 Reservoir Report
Nearby: Frd No 38 Frd No 36l
Last Updated: December 13, 2025
Frd No 37, also known as Upper Black Vermillion WS Site 37, is a local government-owned earth dam located in Vermillion, Kansas.
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Summary
Constructed in 1977 by the USDA NRCS, this structure serves the primary purpose of flood risk reduction along the Black Vermillion River. Standing at a height of 34 feet and stretching 675 feet in length, the dam has a NID storage capacity of 154.43 acre-feet and a normal storage of 29 acre-feet, covering a surface area of 5.22 acres with a drainage area of 0.27 square miles.
With a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating, Frd No 37 is regulated by the Kansas Department of Agriculture and is subject to state permitting, inspection, and enforcement. Despite its age, the dam's condition assessment is currently marked as "Not Rated," indicating a need for further evaluation. Although the dam lacks certain emergency preparedness features such as an EAP and inundation maps, it remains an essential structure for mitigating flood risks in the region. As water resource and climate enthusiasts, understanding and monitoring the status of Frd No 37 is crucial for ensuring the safety and resilience of the surrounding community in the face of potential hydrological challenges.
Year Completed |
1977 |
Dam Length |
675 |
Dam Height |
34 |
River Or Stream |
BLACK VERMILLION RIVER-TR |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
5.22 |
Hydraulic Height |
28 |
Drainage Area |
0.27 |
Nid Storage |
154.43 |
Structural Height |
34 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
34 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Black Vermillion R Nr Frankfort
|
43cfs |
Turkey C Nr Seneca
|
14cfs |
Big Blue R At Marysville
|
164cfs |
Vermillion C Nr Wamego
|
8cfs |
Big Blue R At Barneston Nebr
|
131cfs |
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.
Frd No 37