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Frd No 22, located in Chase County, Kansas, is a flood risk reduction structure managed by the local government and regulated by the Kansas Department of Agriculture. Designed by the USDA NRCS, this earth dam stands at a height of 45 feet and has a length of 1120 feet, with a storage capacity of 2320 acre-feet and a drainage area of 6.26 square miles. The dam serves the primary purpose of flood risk reduction along the Cottonwood River-TR, with a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating.
Despite not being currently rated for condition assessment, Frd No 22 plays a crucial role in mitigating flood risks in the area. With a spillway width of 80 feet and a maximum discharge capacity of 3200 cubic feet per second, the dam is equipped to handle potential flood events. While it may not have outlet gates or associated structures, its strategic location and design contribute to the overall flood management efforts in the region. As water resource and climate enthusiasts, understanding the importance of structures like Frd No 22 in safeguarding communities from flooding is essential for promoting sustainable water management practices.
Dam_Height | 45 |
River_Or_Stream | COTTONWOOD RIVER-TR |
Dam_Length | 1120 |
Primary_Dam_Type | Earth |
Surface_Area | 24 |
Drainage_Area | 6.26 |
Nid_Storage | 2320 |
Outlet_Gates | None |
Hazard_Potential | Low |
Foundations | Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid_Height | 45 |
ELK R AT ELK FALLS | 87cfs |
CEDAR C NR CEDAR POINT | 23cfs |
WHITEWATER R AT TOWANDA | 39cfs |
COTTONWOOD R NR FLORENCE | 52cfs |
OTTER C AT CLIMAX | 13cfs |
WALNUT R AT WINFIELD | 119cfs |
VERDIGRIS R NR VIRGIL | 27cfs |