Frd No 14 Reservoir Report
Nearby: Frd No 13 Overflow Dam
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Located in El Dorado, Kansas, Frd No 14 is a local government-owned earth dam built in 1982 for flood risk reduction along the West Branch Walnut River.
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Summary
Designed by A&E and SCS, this structure stands at 27 feet in height and spans 1400 feet in length, with a storage capacity of 1019.3 acre-feet. Despite its low hazard potential, the dam is regulated by the Kansas Department of Agriculture and undergoes regular state inspection, permitting, and enforcement to ensure its functionality and safety.
The primary purpose of Frd No 14 is flood risk reduction, serving as a crucial infrastructure to protect the surrounding area from potential flooding events. With a drainage area of 1.79 square miles and a maximum discharge of 1000 cubic feet per second, this dam plays a vital role in managing water flow and mitigating flood impacts. While rated as moderate risk level (3), the dam has not been assessed for condition and emergency preparedness, highlighting the need for ongoing monitoring and maintenance to uphold its effectiveness in safeguarding the community.
Despite its uncontrolled spillway type and lack of outlet gates, Frd No 14 continues to provide essential flood protection for Butler County, Kansas. As water resource and climate enthusiasts, understanding the role of such infrastructure in managing water resources and mitigating climate-related risks is crucial for ensuring the resilience of communities in the face of changing environmental conditions. By staying informed and engaged in the maintenance and oversight of structures like Frd No 14, we can contribute to sustainable water management practices and adaptation strategies for a more resilient future.
Year Completed |
1982 |
Dam Length |
1400 |
Dam Height |
27 |
River Or Stream |
WEST BRANCH WALNUT RIVER-TR |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
13.6 |
Drainage Area |
1.79 |
Nid Storage |
1019.3 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
27 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Cedar C Nr Cedar Point
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61cfs |
Whitewater R At Towanda
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64cfs |
Cottonwood R Nr Florence
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215cfs |
N Cottonwood R Bl Marion Lk
|
1cfs |
L Arkansas R At Valley Center
|
78cfs |
L Arkansas R Nr Sedgwick
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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 14