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Frd No 34, also known as Timber Creek Watershed Dam No 34, is a local government-owned earth dam located in Cowley County, Kansas. Constructed in 1979 by USDA NRCS, this dam serves the primary purpose of flood risk reduction in the Cedar Creek-TR watershed. With a height of 25 feet and a hydraulic height of 27 feet, Frd No 34 has a storage capacity of 910 acre-feet and a drainage area of 1.56 square miles.
Despite being classified as having a low hazard potential, Frd No 34 is subject to state regulation and inspection by the Kansas Department of Agriculture. The dam features uncontrolled spillways and has a moderate risk assessment rating of 3. While the dam's condition is currently not rated, it has not undergone any modifications since its completion. With a surface area of 17 acres and a maximum discharge capacity of 1100 cubic feet per second, Frd No 34 plays a crucial role in protecting the surrounding area from potential flooding events.
Water resource and climate enthusiasts will find Frd No 34 to be a significant structure in the management of flood risk in the region. As a vital component of the local government's infrastructure, this dam showcases the collaborative efforts between federal, state, and local agencies in safeguarding communities from natural disasters. With its strategic location and design features, Frd No 34 stands as a testament to the importance of water resource management and climate adaptation in ensuring the resilience of our environment.
Year_Completed | 1979 |
Dam_Height | 25 |
River_Or_Stream | CEDAR CREEK-TR |
Dam_Length | 1591 |
Primary_Dam_Type | Earth |
Surface_Area | 17 |
Hydraulic_Height | 27 |
Drainage_Area | 1.56 |
Nid_Storage | 910 |
Structural_Height | 25 |
Outlet_Gates | None |
Hazard_Potential | Low |
Foundations | Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid_Height | 27 |
CEDAR C NR CEDAR POINT | 23cfs |
L ARKANSAS R AT VALLEY CENTER | 19cfs |
ARKANSAS R NR MAIZE | 61cfs |
L ARKANSAS R NR SEDGWICK | 15cfs |
ARKANSAS R AT DERBY | 548cfs |
COTTONWOOD R NR FLORENCE | 47cfs |
WHITEWATER R AT TOWANDA | 28cfs |