Frd No 4, also known as Turkey Creek WS Joint District No 32, is a local government-owned structure in Dickinson County, Kansas.
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Built in 1972 by the USDA NRCS, this earth dam stands at a height of 27 feet and spans a length of 2055 feet. Its primary purpose is flood risk reduction, specifically along the East Turkey Creek-TR river.
With a storage capacity of 1258 acre-feet and a normal storage amount of 88 acre-feet, Frd No 4 plays a crucial role in managing water resources in the area. The dam has a low hazard potential and is currently rated as "Not Rated" in terms of condition assessment. Despite its moderate risk level, the dam has not been inspected recently and does not have an emergency action plan in place.
Located in Enterprise, Kansas, Frd No 4 serves as a vital piece of infrastructure for flood control and water management in the region. With its sturdy buttress core and uncontrolled spillway, this dam is a key component in protecting the surrounding community from potential flooding events.
Year Completed |
1972 |
Dam Length |
2055 |
Dam Height |
27 |
River Or Stream |
EAST TURKEY CREEK-TR |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
30 |
Hydraulic Height |
24 |
Drainage Area |
3.82 |
Nid Storage |
1258 |
Structural Height |
27 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
27 |
Gypsum C Nr Gypsum
|
15cfs |
Smoky Hill R At Enterprise
|
448cfs |
N Cottonwood R Bl Marion Lk
|
1cfs |
Smoky Hill R Nr Mentor
|
104cfs |
Lyon C Nr Junction City
|
19cfs |
Chapman C Nr Chapman
|
16cfs |