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Located in Cowley County, Kansas, Frd No 6 is a local government-owned dam primarily designed for flood risk reduction along Timber Creek. Constructed in 1984 by the USDA NRCS, this earth dam stands at a height of 28.7 feet and stretches 1100 feet in length, providing a maximum storage capacity of 707.9 acre-feet. The dam's spillway, with a width of 40 feet, is of the uncontrolled type.
With a hazard potential rated as low and a moderate risk assessment score of 3, Frd No 6 is regulated by the Kansas Department of Agriculture and undergoes regular inspections, permitting, and enforcement. Although its condition assessment is currently not rated, the dam serves an essential purpose in mitigating flood risks in the region. Its strategic location and design make it a crucial asset for water resource and climate enthusiasts seeking sustainable solutions for flood control and water management in the area.
Year_Completed | 1984 |
Dam_Height | 28.7 |
River_Or_Stream | TIMBER CREEK-TR |
Dam_Length | 1100 |
Primary_Dam_Type | Earth |
Surface_Area | 21.6 |
Drainage_Area | 1.26 |
Nid_Storage | 707.9 |
Outlet_Gates | None |
Hazard_Potential | Low |
Foundations | Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid_Height | 29 |
FANCY C AT WINKLER | 8cfs |
BIG BLUE R NR MANHATTAN | 225cfs |
BLACK VERMILLION R NR FRANKFORT | 1450cfs |
LYON C NR JUNCTION CITY | 15cfs |
L BLUE R NR BARNES | 113cfs |
VERMILLION C NR WAMEGO | 2270cfs |
ROCK C NR LOUISVILLE | 16cfs |