Summary
Built in 1975 by the USDA NRCS, this dam serves as a flood risk reduction structure along the Black Vermillion River. With a height of 34 feet and a length of 1250 feet, Frd No 52 has a storage capacity of 645.1 acre-feet and a normal storage level of 88.71 acre-feet.
Managed by the Kansas Department of Agriculture, this dam is regulated, inspected, and enforced by the state to ensure its safe operation. The dam has a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating of 3. While its condition is currently not rated, Frd No 52 has not undergone any modifications since its construction. Despite being uncontrolled, the spillway of the dam has a width of 100 feet to handle excess water flow during heavy rainfall events.
Water resource and climate enthusiasts will appreciate the engineering and design details of Frd No 52, as well as the efforts put in by local and state agencies to ensure its functionality and safety. With its primary purpose of flood risk reduction, this dam plays a crucial role in managing water flow along the Black Vermillion River and protecting the surrounding area from potential flooding events. Its location, design specifications, and regulatory oversight make Frd No 52 a noteworthy structure in the water resource management landscape of Kansas.
Year Completed |
1975 |
Dam Length |
1250 |
Dam Height |
34 |
River Or Stream |
BLACK VERMILLION RIVER-TR |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
17.64 |
Hydraulic Height |
31 |
Nid Storage |
645.1 |
Structural Height |
34 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
34 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Turkey C Nr Seneca
|
15cfs |
Black Vermillion R Nr Frankfort
|
45cfs |
Vermillion C Nr Wamego
|
8cfs |
Big Blue R At Marysville
|
166cfs |
Big Blue R At Barneston Nebr
|
131cfs |
North Fork Big Nemaha River At Humboldt
|
67cfs |
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 52