Summary
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.
Dam Length |
1950 |
Dam Height |
47.6 |
River Or Stream |
WALNUT CREEK-TR |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
34 |
Drainage Area |
11.47 |
Nid Storage |
2826 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
48 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Walnut C At Nekoma
|
4cfs |
Pawnee R At Rozel
|
3cfs |
Pawnee R Nr Burdett
|
0cfs |
Smoky Hill R Nr Schoenchen
|
2cfs |
Smoky Hill R Bl Schoenchen
|
1cfs |
Walnut C At Albert
|
0cfs |
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 16