Frd No 24 Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Frd No 24 is a flood risk reduction structure located in El Dorado, Kansas, within Butler County.
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Summary
Completed in 1986 by the USDA NRCS, this dam stands at a height of 31.3 feet and has a storage capacity of 2069 acre-feet. With a primary purpose of flood risk reduction, Frd No 24 plays a crucial role in managing the local drainage area of 4.59 square miles and protecting the surrounding community from potential flooding events.
Owned and regulated by the local government, Frd No 24 is subject to state permitting, inspection, and enforcement by the Kansas Department of Agriculture. The dam features a Buttress core type and a spillway width of 80 feet. Despite its low hazard potential, the condition of Frd No 24 has not been rated, and emergency action preparedness measures are yet to be fully documented. With a maximum discharge capacity of 1859 cubic feet per second, this structure serves as a vital component of the region's water resource infrastructure, ensuring the safety and security of the local residents.
As a critical piece of the flood risk reduction system in El Dorado, Frd No 24 underscores the importance of proactive water management strategies in mitigating the impacts of extreme weather events and safeguarding communities against potential flooding. With its strategic location and significant storage capacity, this dam exemplifies the collaborative efforts between federal and local agencies to enhance water resource resilience and adapt to the challenges posed by a changing climate. As water resource and climate enthusiasts, understanding the design, operation, and maintenance of structures like Frd No 24 is essential in promoting sustainable water management practices and building a more resilient future for communities vulnerable to flood hazards.
Year Completed |
1986 |
Dam Length |
2800 |
Dam Height |
31.3 |
Surface Area |
20 |
Drainage Area |
4.59 |
Nid Storage |
2069 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
31 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Cedar C Nr Cedar Point
|
61cfs |
Cottonwood R Nr Florence
|
215cfs |
Whitewater R At Towanda
|
64cfs |
Otter C At Climax
|
22cfs |
Verdigris R Nr Virgil
|
183cfs |
Cottonwood R Nr Plymouth
|
898cfs |
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 24