Summary
With a height of 28 feet and a length of 1262 feet, this dam has a storage capacity of 1045.3 acre-feet and serves as a primary source of flood risk reduction in the area. Despite being classified as having a high hazard potential, Frd No 15 is currently assessed to be in fair condition, with a moderate risk level.
Managed by the Kansas Department of Agriculture, this dam undergoes regular inspections every three years to ensure its structural integrity and functionality. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 140 feet, allowing for a maximum discharge of 4719.2 cubic feet per second during peak flow events. While the dam does not have outlet gates, it plays a crucial role in protecting surrounding communities from potential flooding events.
Owned by the local government, Frd No 15 serves as a key infrastructure for flood control and water resource management in the region. With its strategic location and design by the Natural Resources Conservation Service, this dam stands as a testament to effective collaboration between state and federal agencies in safeguarding the local watershed and ensuring the resilience of the community against climate-induced hazards.
Year Completed |
1983 |
Dam Length |
1262 |
Dam Height |
28 |
River Or Stream |
FIFTH CREEK-TR |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
18.52 |
Drainage Area |
1.51 |
Nid Storage |
1045.3 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
28 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Solomon R At Beloit
|
19cfs |
Solomon R Nr Glen Elder
|
13cfs |
Salt C Nr Ada
|
88cfs |
Saline R At Tescott
|
47cfs |
Solomon R Nr Minneapolis
|
49cfs |
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 15