Summary
Completed in 1980, this dam stands at an impressive height of 39.3 feet and spans a length of 1059 feet, providing essential storage of up to 1244.69 acre-feet of water. With a low hazard potential and moderate risk assessment, this dam plays a crucial role in mitigating flood risks in the area and ensuring the safety of nearby communities.
Managed by the Kansas Department of Agriculture, Frd No 8 is state-regulated and undergoes regular inspections and enforcement to maintain its structural integrity. The dam's drainage area of 3.89 square miles and a maximum discharge capacity of 1480 cubic feet per second highlight its importance in managing water flow and preventing potential flooding events. Despite its condition being currently not rated, the dam's strategic location on Fourth Creek-TR showcases its significance in water resource management and climate resilience efforts in the region.
With a surface area of 21.14 acres and a normal storage capacity of 115.35 acre-feet, Frd No 8 serves as a critical water resource infrastructure in Kansas, contributing to the overall flood risk reduction strategy in the area. Supported by the Natural Resources Conservation Service, this dam plays a key role in safeguarding the local environment and communities from the adverse impacts of extreme weather events, highlighting the importance of sustainable water management practices in the face of climate change challenges.
Year Completed |
1980 |
Dam Length |
1059 |
Dam Height |
39.3 |
River Or Stream |
FOURTH CREEK-TR |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
21.14 |
Drainage Area |
3.89 |
Nid Storage |
1244.69 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
39 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Solomon R At Beloit
|
19cfs |
Salt C Nr Ada
|
88cfs |
Solomon R Nr Glen Elder
|
13cfs |
Solomon R Nr Minneapolis
|
49cfs |
Saline R At Tescott
|
47cfs |
Republican R At Concordia
|
120cfs |
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 8