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Frd No 6, also known as Stone Lake, is a vital water resource structure located in Rush County, Kansas. Owned and regulated by the local government, this earth dam was completed in 1984 for the primary purpose of flood risk reduction along the Sand Creek-TR river or stream. With a height of 26 feet and a length of 2643 feet, Frd No 6 has a storage capacity of 2326 acre-feet and serves a drainage area of 4.91 square miles.
Managed by the USDA NRCS, Frd No 6 has a significant hazard potential but is currently in satisfactory condition. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 100 feet and has a moderate risk assessment rating of 3. Although it does not have outlet gates, the structure has been inspected regularly, with the last inspection conducted in February 2020. With a surface area of 35 acres and a normal storage capacity of 137 acre-feet, Frd No 6 plays a crucial role in mitigating flood risks and ensuring water resource management in the region.
Located in the city of Albert, Frd No 6 is a key component of the local water infrastructure, providing essential flood protection and storage for the surrounding area. As a state-regulated dam under the jurisdiction of the Kansas Department of Agriculture, Frd No 6 undergoes regular inspections, enforcement, and permitting to ensure its safe operation and compliance with regulatory guidelines. With its strategic placement and effective design, Frd No 6 continues to be a critical asset for water resource and climate enthusiasts in the region.
Year_Completed | 1984 |
Dam_Height | 26 |
River_Or_Stream | SAND CREEK-TR |
Dam_Length | 2643 |
Primary_Dam_Type | Earth |
Surface_Area | 35 |
Drainage_Area | 4.91 |
Nid_Storage | 2326 |
Outlet_Gates | None |
Hazard_Potential | Significant |
Foundations | Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid_Height | 26 |
NF SOLOMON R AT PORTIS | 114cfs |
SF SOLOMON R AT WOODSTON | 1cfs |
SAPPA C NR LYLE | 6cfs |
SF SOLOMON R AT OSBORNE | 9cfs |
PRAIRIE DOG C NR WOODRUFF | 12cfs |
BOW C NR STOCKTON | 7cfs |
SAPPA CREEK NEAR STAMFORD | 14cfs |