Frd No 112 Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Located in Cowley, Kansas, Frd No 112 is a local government-owned earth dam designed for flood risk reduction on Stewart Creek.


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Summary

Standing at a height of 25 feet with a length of 1300 feet, this dam provides a storage capacity of 430.5 acre-feet and serves a drainage area of 0.88 square miles. With a spillway width of 100 feet and a maximum discharge of 2380 cubic feet per second, Frd No 112 has a high hazard potential but is currently assessed to be in satisfactory condition.

Managed by the Kansas Department of Agriculture, this dam undergoes regular inspections and is regulated by the state. Despite its age of completion remaining unspecified, Frd No 112 has a normal storage capacity of 50 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 14.18 acres. With a moderate risk rating, the dam does not have an emergency action plan in place, but its risk management measures are yet to be specified. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Frd No 112 stands as a crucial infrastructure for flood risk reduction in the region, showcasing the importance of effective dam management and maintenance in safeguarding communities against natural disasters.

Dam Length

1300

Dam Height

25

River Or Stream

STEWART CREEK-TR

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

14.18

Drainage Area

0.88

Nid Storage

430.5

Outlet Gates

None

Hazard Potential

High

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

25
       
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Condition Assessment

Satisfactory
No 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

High
Dams 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.