Summary
This earth dam stands at a height of 36 feet and has a length of 975 feet, providing a storage capacity of 1070 acre-feet and serving a drainage area of 3.22 square miles. With a spillway width of 40 feet and a maximum discharge rate of 1800 cubic feet per second, Frd No 8 is equipped to handle moderate flood risks with a low hazard potential.
The dam is regulated by the Kansas Department of Agriculture and meets state permitting, inspection, and enforcement requirements. It is not rated for condition assessment and does not have an Emergency Action Plan prepared. Despite its low hazard potential, Frd No 8 poses a moderate risk due to its location and design characteristics, prompting the need for risk management measures to ensure the safety and stability of the structure. Its association with the Natural Resources Conservation Service highlights the importance of sustainable water resource management in mitigating flood risks and protecting communities in the region.
Dam Length |
975 |
Dam Height |
36 |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
17 |
Drainage Area |
3.22 |
Nid Storage |
1070 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
36 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Cottonwood R Nr Florence
|
215cfs |
N Cottonwood R Bl Marion Lk
|
1cfs |
Cedar C Nr Cedar Point
|
61cfs |
Neosho R At Council Grove
|
4cfs |
Cottonwood R Nr Plymouth
|
898cfs |
Neosho R Nr Americus
|
75cfs |
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 8