Frd No 14 dam
Frd No 14
Frd No 14, located in Mitchell County, Kansas, is a crucial earth dam designed by the USDA NRCS for flood risk reduction along the Fifth Creek-TR river system. Completed in 1983, this structure stands at a height of 35 feet and spans a length of 1410 feet, with a storage capacity of 1396 acre-feet. Despite its low hazard potential and moderate risk assessment rating, Frd No 14 is regulated, inspected, and enforced by the Kansas Department of Agriculture to ensure its structural integrity and functionality in safeguarding the surrounding area from potential flooding events.
Managed by the local government and constructed with federal funding, Frd No 14 serves as a vital piece of infrastructure in the region for flood control purposes. With a spillway width of 75 feet and a maximum discharge capacity of 1978 cubic feet per second, this dam plays a crucial role in managing water flow during periods of heavy rainfall and mitigating the risk of inundation for nearby communities. The dam's strategic location and design, in conjunction with regular inspections and regulatory oversight, contribute to its effectiveness in protecting the local area from potential flood hazards.
As a key component of the flood risk reduction strategy in Mitchell County, Frd No 14 exemplifies the importance of sound water resource management and climate resilience efforts. With its earth core and buttress design, coupled with a surface area of 23 acres and a drainage area of 4.59 square miles, this dam stands as a testament to the collaborative efforts between government agencies and the local community to safeguard against the impacts of extreme weather events. By adhering to state regulations, conducting regular inspections, and implementing risk management measures, Frd No 14 continues to play a critical role in enhancing the region's overall resilience to climate-related challenges.
Dam data reference
Condition Assessment
- Satisfactory
- No 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.
- 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.
- 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.
Hazard Potential Classification
- High
- Dams 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, environmental 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.
Plan around the weather
Same NOAA / yr.no feed Snoflo's iOS app uses. Watch the precipitation column on the meteogram -- rain on the basin upstream typically lifts inflow 24-72 hours later.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loading detailed forecast… | |||||||
15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Nearby streamflow gauges
USGS streamgauges around Frd No 14 -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Solomon R At Beloit | 53 cfs | → |
| Solomon R Nr Glen Elder | 13 cfs | → |
| Salt C Nr Ada | 693 cfs | → |
| Saline R At Tescott | 3,310 cfs | → |
| Solomon R Nr Minneapolis | 409 cfs | → |
| Saline R At Wilson Dam | 15 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Frd No 14.
Track Frd No 14 in the Snoflo app
Save this dam as a favorite and get the local NOAA / yr.no forecast plus regional flow context wherever you are.
About Frd No 14
Where does the data for Frd No 14 come from?
Structural and regulatory data come from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' National Inventory of Dams (NID). Weather forecast comes from NOAA / yr.no -- the same feed Snoflo's iOS app uses.
How often is the report updated?
NID structural data refreshes annually as the Corps publishes updated assessments. The weather forecast refreshes throughout the day.
What does the Low hazard rating mean?
The Corps of Engineers' hazard potential classification grades probable consequences if the dam fails: High = probable loss of human life; Significant = no probable loss of human life but possible economic loss / environmental damage; Low = no probable loss of human life, only minor economic / environmental losses. See the Dam Data Reference card above for the full definitions.
What's "% of normal"?
The current storage value compared to the historical average storage on this calendar day. 100% = right on average; values above 100% mean above-normal storage (wet year); values below mean below-normal (dry year or drought).
Can I get alerts when storage crosses a threshold?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this dam, set a threshold, and you'll get a push the moment conditions cross.
Other water bodies near here
Snoflo-tracked reservoirs and dams within driving distance of Frd No 14.