Frd No 117 is a local government-owned earth dam located in Cowley, Kansas, with the primary purpose of flood risk reduction along the Little Dutch Creek. This structure stands at 24 feet high and is 1130 feet long, providing a storage capacity of 417 acre-feet and a normal storage level of 42.85 feet. With a low hazard potential and a condition assessment that is not yet rated, the dam plays a crucial role in managing flood risks in the area.

Managed by the Kansas Department of Agriculture, Frd No 117 is regulated, permitted, inspected, and enforced by state authorities to ensure its safety and effectiveness in flood control. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 60 feet, capable of handling a maximum discharge of 1531 cubic feet per second. Despite its moderate risk rating, the dam does not have an Emergency Action Plan in place, highlighting the need for continued risk management measures to safeguard the surrounding communities and ecosystems from potential flooding events.

As part of the Kansas City District, Frd No 117 serves as a critical infrastructure asset for the region, demonstrating the importance of proactive maintenance and monitoring to address any potential vulnerabilities and ensure the resilience of the water resource system in the face of changing climatic conditions.