Frd No 14 Reservoir Report
Nearby: Dd No 45 Mcfarland Detention Dam
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Frd No 14 is a local government-owned earth dam located in Paxico, Kansas, with the primary purpose of flood risk reduction along the Paw Paw Creek.
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Summary
Built in 1990 by King & Associates, this dam stands at a height of 36 feet and spans 645 feet in length, with a storage capacity of 345.1 acre-feet. Despite its low hazard potential, Frd No 14 is regulated, inspected, and enforced by the Kansas Department of Agriculture to ensure its structural integrity and safety.
The dam features an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 80 feet and has a normal storage capacity of 96.5 acre-feet, covering a surface area of 13.3 acres. With a moderate risk assessment rating of 3, Frd No 14 is designed to handle a maximum discharge of 2000 cubic feet per second. While it has not been rated for condition assessment, the dam has not undergone any modifications since its completion, highlighting its stable state and low susceptibility to failure.
Overall, Frd No 14 serves as a vital infrastructure for flood risk mitigation in Wabaunsee County, Kansas, under the jurisdiction of the Kansas Department of Agriculture. With its strategic location and design features, this dam plays a crucial role in protecting the surrounding area from potential flooding events, showcasing the importance of effective water resource management and climate resilience initiatives in safeguarding communities against natural disasters.
Year Completed |
1990 |
Dam Length |
645 |
Dam Height |
36 |
River Or Stream |
PAW PAW CREEK-TR |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
13.3 |
Drainage Area |
1.01 |
Nid Storage |
345.1 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
36 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Mill C Nr Paxico
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47cfs |
Kansas R At Wamego
|
1380cfs |
Kansas R Nr Belvue
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1330cfs |
Rock C Nr Louisville
|
16cfs |
Vermillion C Nr Wamego
|
11cfs |
Kings C Nr Manhattan
|
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 14