Frd No 14 Reservoir Report
Nearby: Frd No 13 Dd No 113 (Gutch)
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Frd No 14, located in Elmdale, Kansas, is a crucial flood risk reduction structure managed by the local government.
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Summary
This earth dam, designed by A&E, Wilson & Co. for SCS, stands at a height of 21.1 feet and was completed in 1986. With a storage capacity of 1270 acre-feet and a drainage area of 2.87 square miles, the dam plays a vital role in protecting the surrounding area from potential flooding events.
The dam, situated on Middle Creek-TR, serves as a barrier to mitigate flood risks in Morris County, Kansas. Despite its low hazard potential, Frd No 14 is regulated and inspected by the Kansas Dept. of Agriculture, ensuring its structural integrity and functionality. With a primary purpose of flood risk reduction, the dam has a maximum discharge capacity of 1208 cubic feet per second and a normal storage level of 24 acre-feet.
Water resource and climate enthusiasts can appreciate the engineering and management efforts that go into maintaining Frd No 14. The dam's strategic location, design features, and regulatory oversight make it a crucial infrastructure asset for flood protection in the region. As climate change continues to impact precipitation patterns and water levels, structures like Frd No 14 play a vital role in safeguarding communities and ecosystems from the impacts of extreme weather events.
Year Completed |
1986 |
Dam Length |
1450 |
Dam Height |
21.1 |
River Or Stream |
MIDDLE CREEK-TR |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
12 |
Drainage Area |
2.87 |
Nid Storage |
1270 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
21 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
N Cottonwood R Bl Marion Lk
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1cfs |
Cottonwood R Nr Florence
|
215cfs |
Cedar C Nr Cedar Point
|
61cfs |
Neosho R At Council Grove
|
4cfs |
Smoky Hill R At Enterprise
|
448cfs |
Lyon C Nr Junction City
|
19cfs |
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 14