Frd No 14 is a flood risk reduction dam located in Butler County, Kansas, specifically in the city of Douglas.
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Built in 1982, this earth dam stands at a height of 23.8 feet and has a storage capacity of 418.3 acre-feet. It serves the primary purpose of flood risk reduction along Eight Mile Creek-TR, with a drainage area of 1.09 square miles.
Managed by the local government and regulated by the Kansas Department of Agriculture, Frd No 14 has a low hazard potential and is currently rated as "Not Rated" in terms of condition assessment. Despite its moderate risk level, the dam has not been assigned a Dam Safety Action Classification (DSAC) date, indicating a need for further risk assessment and management measures. With a spillway width of 40 feet and a maximum discharge capacity of 1194 cubic feet per second, this dam plays a crucial role in mitigating flood risks in the area.
Overall, Frd No 14 is a vital piece of infrastructure in the region, ensuring the safety of nearby communities from potential flooding events. As a key component of flood risk reduction efforts, this dam underscores the importance of water resource management and climate resilience in safeguarding our environment and communities.
Year Completed |
1982 |
Dam Length |
2100 |
Dam Height |
23.8 |
River Or Stream |
EIGHT MILE CREEK-TR |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
12.8 |
Drainage Area |
1.09 |
Nid Storage |
418.3 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
24 |
Arkansas R At Derby
|
469cfs |
Arkansas R At Wichita
|
386cfs |
Whitewater R At Towanda
|
71cfs |
Floodway At Arkansas R At Wichita
|
0cfs |
Ninnescah R Nr Peck
|
470cfs |
Arkansas R Nr Maize
|
256cfs |