Summary
Completed in 1990, this earth dam stands at 36.2 feet high and spans 1170 feet, providing a storage capacity of 1253 acre-feet for floodwaters. With a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating, Frd No 42 plays a crucial role in protecting the surrounding area from potential flooding events.
Located in Nemaha County, Kansas, Frd No 42 is regulated and inspected by the Kansas Department of Agriculture, ensuring its structural integrity and compliance with state regulations. Although its condition assessment is currently not rated, this dam serves as an essential infrastructure for flood risk reduction in the region. With its uncontrolled spillway and storage capacity of 1253 acre-feet, Frd No 42 is a key component in managing water resources and climate-related challenges in the area.
As part of the flood risk reduction efforts in Kansas, Frd No 42 plays a vital role in safeguarding the community from potential inundation. With its primary purpose focused on flood risk reduction, this dam serves as a critical infrastructure designed to mitigate the impact of extreme weather events along the Black Vermillion River. Managed by the Natural Resources Conservation Service, Frd No 42 stands as a testament to the collaborative efforts in water resource management and climate resilience in the region.
Year Completed |
1990 |
Dam Length |
1170 |
Dam Height |
36.2 |
River Or Stream |
BLACK VERMILLION RIVER-TR |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
32 |
Drainage Area |
4 |
Nid Storage |
1253 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
36 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Black Vermillion R Nr Frankfort
|
43cfs |
Turkey C Nr Seneca
|
14cfs |
Vermillion C Nr Wamego
|
8cfs |
Big Blue R At Marysville
|
164cfs |
Rock C Nr Louisville
|
16cfs |
Big Blue R At Barneston Nebr
|
131cfs |
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 42