Frd No 2 Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 11, 2025

Frd No 2, also known as Upper Duck Creek Watershed Site 2, is a local government-owned Earth dam located in Wilson County, Kansas.


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Summary

Completed in 1978, this structure serves the primary purpose of flood risk reduction along the Middle Duck Creek. With a dam height of 31.4 feet and a storage capacity of 2529.4 acre-feet, it plays a crucial role in protecting the surrounding area from potential flooding events.

Managed by the Kansas Department of Agriculture, Frd No 2 is regulated, permitted, inspected, and enforced by the state authorities to ensure its proper functioning and safety. Despite being classified as having low hazard potential, the dam is rated as having moderate risk due to its age and the lack of recent condition assessments. While it currently does not have an emergency action plan in place, efforts are being made to assess and manage any potential risks associated with this structure.

Climate and water resource enthusiasts interested in the infrastructure and management of dams will find Frd No 2 an intriguing case study. With its historical significance, design characteristics, and risk assessment details, this Earth dam serves as a vital component in the flood risk reduction efforts in the Elk City area of Kansas.

Year Completed

1978

Dam Length

2440

Dam Height

31.4

River Or Stream

MIDDLE DUCK CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

19.4

Hydraulic Height

33

Drainage Area

6.3

Nid Storage

2529.4

Structural Height

36

Outlet Gates

None

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

36
       
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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.