Frd No 38 Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 14, 2025
Located in Ness County, Kansas, Frd No 38 is a local government-owned flood risk reduction structure designed by USDA NRCS and completed in 1985.
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Summary
This earth dam stands at a height of 37 feet and spans a length of 2297 feet, with a storage capacity of 4081 acre-feet. The dam is situated on Bazine Dry Creek-TR and serves the primary purpose of flood risk reduction in the area.
With a high hazard potential and a satisfactory condition assessment, Frd No 38 is regulated and permitted by the Kansas Department of Agriculture, ensuring that it meets state inspection and enforcement standards. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 400 feet and has a moderate risk assessment rating of 3. While there are no associated structures or outlet gates, the dam serves as a crucial infrastructure for managing water resources in the region and protecting against potential flooding events.
Managed by the Natural Resources Conservation Service, Frd No 38 plays a vital role in safeguarding the local community and surrounding areas from the impacts of extreme weather events. With its strategic location and design, this flood risk reduction structure serves as a key component in the overall water resource management and climate resilience efforts in Ness County, Kansas.
Year Completed |
1985 |
Dam Length |
2297 |
Dam Height |
37 |
River Or Stream |
BAZINE DRY CREEK-TR |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
53 |
Drainage Area |
18.59 |
Nid Storage |
4081 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
37 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Smoky Hill R Nr Arnold
|
1cfs |
Walnut C At Nekoma
|
4cfs |
Pawnee R Nr Burdett
|
0cfs |
Smoky Hill R Nr Schoenchen
|
2cfs |
Smoky Hill R Bl Schoenchen
|
1cfs |
Big C Nr Hays
|
5cfs |
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 38