Windspeed
Humidity
Located in Nemaha, Kansas, Frd No 86 is a local government-owned earth dam designed by the USDA NRCS in 1979 for flood risk reduction along Weyer Creek. With a height of 29.1 feet and a length of 690 feet, this structure provides a storage capacity of 216.4 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 8.67 acres. Despite being rated as having a low hazard potential and not yet assessed for condition, it plays a crucial role in mitigating flood risks in the area.
The dam, managed by the Natural Resources Conservation Service, operates with an uncontrolled spillway and no outlet gates, highlighting its simple yet effective design. While it has not undergone recent inspections and its emergency action plan status is unknown, Frd No 86 remains a key asset in the region's flood protection infrastructure. With a moderate risk assessment rating, this earth dam serves as a vital component in safeguarding the surrounding community from potential flood events, showcasing the importance of water resource management and climate resilience efforts in the area.
Year_Completed | 1979 |
Dam_Height | 29.1 |
River_Or_Stream | WEYER CREEK-TR |
Dam_Length | 690 |
Primary_Dam_Type | Earth |
Surface_Area | 8.67 |
Drainage_Area | 0.39 |
Nid_Storage | 216.4 |
Outlet_Gates | None |
Hazard_Potential | Low |
Foundations | Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid_Height | 29 |
OTTER C AT CLIMAX | 24cfs |
FALL R AT FREDONIA | 40cfs |
COTTONWOOD R NR FLORENCE | 47cfs |
CEDAR C NR CEDAR POINT | 23cfs |
VERDIGRIS R NR ALTOONA | 381cfs |
NEOSHO R AT BURLINGTON | 171cfs |
VERDIGRIS R NR VIRGIL | 60cfs |