Frd No 10 Reservoir Report
Nearby: Frd No 9 Dd No Sp-4
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Frd No 10, also known as Whitewater River Watershed No 10, is a flood risk reduction structure located in Towanda, Butler County, Kansas.
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Summary
Owned by the local government and regulated by the Kansas Department of Agriculture, this dam was designed by the USDA NRCS and completed in 1979. Standing at a height of 34 feet and with a length of 1800 feet, Frd No 10 has a storage capacity of 1587 acre-feet and serves as a vital infrastructure for managing flood risks in the area.
Managed by the Natural Resources Conservation Service, Frd No 10 is classified as a buttress dam, with a low hazard potential and a condition assessment that is currently not rated. Although the dam has not been inspected in recent years and lacks certain emergency preparedness measures such as an Emergency Action Plan (EAP), it continues to play a crucial role in protecting the surrounding communities from potential flooding events. With its strategic location on Henry Creek-TR, Frd No 10 stands as a testament to the importance of sustainable water resource management in the face of changing climate patterns.
As water resource and climate enthusiasts, it is imperative to recognize the significance of structures like Frd No 10 in safeguarding communities and ecosystems from the impacts of extreme weather events. By staying informed about the condition and management of such infrastructure, we can contribute to the resilience and sustainability of our water resources in the face of a changing climate. The data on Frd No 10 serves as a valuable resource for understanding the complexities of water management and the interconnectedness of our environment, highlighting the need for proactive measures to protect our water resources for future generations.
Year Completed |
1979 |
Dam Length |
1800 |
Dam Height |
34 |
River Or Stream |
HENRY CREEK-TR |
Hydraulic Height |
33 |
Nid Storage |
1587 |
Structural Height |
34 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
34 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Cottonwood R Nr Florence
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215cfs |
Cedar C Nr Cedar Point
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61cfs |
Whitewater R At Towanda
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64cfs |
N Cottonwood R Bl Marion Lk
|
1cfs |
L Arkansas R Nr Sedgwick
|
78cfs |
L Arkansas R At Valley Center
|
78cfs |
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 10