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Frd No 19, located in Timken, Kansas, is a local government-owned earth dam designed by the Soil Conservation Service of USDA NRCS. Completed in 1992, this dam serves the primary purpose of flood risk reduction on Wet Walnut Creek-TR. Standing at a height of 36.4 feet and a length of 1400 feet, Frd No 19 has a storage capacity of 1439 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 19 acres.
Despite its fair condition assessment and high hazard potential, Frd No 19 has a moderate risk level of 3, as per the data updated in May 2021. The dam has a spillway width of 250 feet and a maximum discharge capacity of 6299 cfs, ensuring effective water management during high flow events. The Kansas Department of Agriculture regulates and inspects the dam, emphasizing its commitment to ensuring public safety and environmental protection in the region.
As a vital infrastructure for flood risk reduction and recreation purposes, Frd No 19 plays a crucial role in water resource management in Rush County, Kansas. With its strategic location and effective design, this dam stands as a testament to the collaborative efforts of federal and state agencies in safeguarding communities from potential water-related disasters.
Year_Completed | 1992 |
Dam_Height | 36 |
River_Or_Stream | WET WALNUT CREEK-TR |
Dam_Length | 1400 |
Primary_Dam_Type | Earth |
Surface_Area | 19 |
Drainage_Area | 4.41 |
Nid_Storage | 1439 |
Structural_Height | 36.4 |
Outlet_Gates | None |
Hazard_Potential | High |
Foundations | Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid_Height | 36 |
BLUFF CREEK NR BUTTERMILK | 14cfs |
CROOKED C NR ENGLEWOOD | 7cfs |
CIMARRON R NEAR BUTTERMILK | 15cfs |
CIMARRON RIVER NEAR BUFFALO | 37cfs |