Summary
Built in 1988 by the USDA NRCS, this dam stands at a height of 29.1 feet and has a storage capacity of 725 acre-feet. With a low hazard potential and moderate risk assessment, the dam is regulated by the Kansas Department of Agriculture and undergoes regular inspections, permitting, and enforcement to ensure its safety and effectiveness in flood control.
Situated on Buck Creek-TR in Chase County, Frd No 3 spans 900 feet in length and covers a surface area of 14 acres, draining a 2.08 square mile watershed. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 40 feet and a maximum discharge capacity of 1328 cubic feet per second. Despite not having outlet gates, the dam has proven to be a crucial asset in mitigating flood risks for the local community, with a well-maintained condition and a history of successful flood management.
With a designated congressman and a state-regulated status, Frd No 3 represents a pivotal piece of infrastructure in the region's water resource management system. As climate change continues to impact weather patterns, the importance of such flood risk reduction structures becomes increasingly evident, underscoring the significance of ongoing inspection, maintenance, and regulation to ensure the safety and reliability of these critical water management assets.
Year Completed |
1988 |
Dam Length |
900 |
Dam Height |
29.1 |
River Or Stream |
BUCK CREEK-TR |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
14 |
Drainage Area |
2.08 |
Nid Storage |
725 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
29 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Cottonwood R Nr Plymouth
|
898cfs |
Cedar C Nr Cedar Point
|
61cfs |
Cottonwood R Nr Florence
|
215cfs |
Neosho R Nr Americus
|
75cfs |
Neosho R At Council Grove
|
4cfs |
N Cottonwood R Bl Marion Lk
|
1cfs |
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 3