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FRD NO 13

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Unlisted/Unknown Dam Hitchen Creek
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Located in Longton, Kansas, Frd No 13 is a local government-owned dam designed by USDA NRCS with a primary purpose of flood risk reduction. Completed in 1979, this earth dam stands at a height of 33.3 feet and spans 1600 feet along Hitchen Creek. With a storage capacity of 1180.2 acre-feet and a surface area of 28.4 acres, Frd No 13 plays a crucial role in managing water resources in the area.

State-regulated and inspected by the Kansas Department of Agriculture, Frd No 13 has a low hazard potential and is currently rated as being in "Not Rated" condition. Although the dam does not have outlet gates or associated structures, it has a spillway width of 40 feet for uncontrolled water release. The risk assessment for Frd No 13 is moderate (3), indicating the need for ongoing monitoring and management measures to ensure its effectiveness in flood risk reduction.

As part of the Kansas City District, Frd No 13 is a key component in the local water infrastructure, providing vital protection against flooding in the region. With its strategic location and design features, this dam showcases the importance of sustainable water resource management and climate resilience in safeguarding communities and ecosystems.

Year_Completed 1979
Dam_Height 33.3
River_Or_Stream HITCHEN CREEK
Dam_Length 1600
Primary_Dam_Type Earth
Surface_Area 28.4
Drainage_Area 2.09
Nid_Storage 1180.2
Outlet_Gates None
Hazard_Potential Low
Foundations Unlisted/Unknown
Nid_Height 33
       

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