Summary
Built in 1977, this earth dam stands at a height of 38 feet and serves the primary purpose of flood risk reduction along the Elk River. With a storage capacity of 708.54 acre-feet, the dam covers a surface area of 13.81 acres and has a drainage area of 2.07 square miles.
Managed by the Kansas Department of Agriculture, Frd No 45 has a low hazard potential and is currently rated as "Not Rated" in terms of condition assessment. The spillway of this dam is uncontrolled with a width of 60 feet, and there are no outlet gates associated with the structure. Despite its moderate risk assessment rating, the dam has not been inspected recently, highlighting the importance of regular maintenance and monitoring to ensure its continued effectiveness in flood risk reduction. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Frd No 45 serves as a crucial infrastructure in the management of water flow along the Elk River.
Year Completed |
1977 |
Dam Length |
640 |
Dam Height |
38 |
River Or Stream |
ELK RIVER-TR |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
13.81 |
Hydraulic Height |
35 |
Drainage Area |
2.07 |
Nid Storage |
708.54 |
Structural Height |
38 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
38 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Elk R At Elk Falls
|
39cfs |
Otter C At Climax
|
20cfs |
Fall R At Fredonia
|
384cfs |
Caney R Nr Elgin
|
41cfs |
Verdigris R Nr Altoona
|
333cfs |
Verdigris R Nr Virgil
|
165cfs |
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 45