Frd No 16 is a privately owned earth dam located on Walnut Creek in Rush County, Kansas. Designed by the USDA NRCS, this dam serves the primary purpose of flood risk reduction in the area. With a height of 47.6 feet and a length of 1950 feet, Frd No 16 has a storage capacity of 2826 acre-feet and a drainage area of 11.47 square miles.

Despite being classified as having a low hazard potential, Frd No 16 is subject to state regulation and inspection by the Kansas Department of Agriculture. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 250 feet, capable of handling a maximum discharge of 7367 cubic feet per second. The condition of Frd No 16 is currently rated as 'Not Rated', and it has not undergone a detailed risk assessment or emergency action plan preparation.

Overall, Frd No 16 presents a moderate risk level (3) and is considered to be in satisfactory condition for flood risk reduction purposes. With its strategic location on Walnut Creek, this dam plays a crucial role in protecting the surrounding area from potential flood events. Further evaluation and maintenance may be needed in the future to ensure its continued effectiveness in managing water resources and climate-related risks.