Frd No 3 (Spillman Creek) Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Frd No 3, located in Denmark, Kansas, is a vital water resource structure designed by the USDA NRCS for the primary purpose of flood risk reduction along Spillman Creek.
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Summary
This earth dam stands at a height of 40 feet with a hydraulic height of 35 feet, providing a maximum storage capacity of 910.44 acre-feet and a normal storage of 92 acre-feet. With a low hazard potential and moderate risk assessment, Frd No 3 plays a crucial role in mitigating flood risks in the area.
Managed by the Kansas Department of Agriculture, this dam on Spillman Creek is state-regulated, inspected, and enforced to ensure its structural integrity and compliance with safety standards. Despite not being rated for its condition assessment, Frd No 3 is a key asset for the local government in Lincoln County, Kansas, offering both flood control benefits and water conservation advantages. With an uncontrolled spillway width of 40 feet and a maximum discharge capacity of 1542 cubic feet per second, this structure serves as a vital component in the overall water management system for the region.
As part of the Kansas City District, Frd No 3's importance in the local water resource infrastructure cannot be understated. With a focus on flood risk reduction and a history of effective operations, this earth dam exemplifies the collaborative efforts between local government agencies and federal entities like the USDA NRCS in safeguarding communities against the impacts of extreme weather events and climate variability.
Dam Length |
1210 |
Dam Height |
40 |
River Or Stream |
SPILLMAN CREEK-TR |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
17.8 |
Hydraulic Height |
35 |
Drainage Area |
3.15 |
Nid Storage |
910.44 |
Structural Height |
40 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
40 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Saline R At Wilson Dam
|
9cfs |
Paradise C Nr Paradise
|
0cfs |
Smoky Hill R At Ellsworth
|
27cfs |
Saline R Nr Russell
|
13cfs |
Solomon R Nr Glen Elder
|
13cfs |
Saline R At Tescott
|
54cfs |
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 3 (Spillman Creek)
Wilson Lk Nr Wilson