Summary
Completed in 1993, this 36-foot high structure spans 2500 feet and has a storage capacity of 4373 acre-feet. The dam serves the primary purpose of flood risk reduction and is regulated and inspected by the Kansas Department of Agriculture.
With a significant hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating, Frd No 32 has not been conditionally assessed but is inspected every 5 years. The spillway, with a width of 250 feet, is uncontrolled, and the dam has no outlet gates. Despite being considered of moderate risk, the dam's risk management measures, inundation maps, and emergency action plan status are not specified in the available data.
Located in Alexander, Kansas, Frd No 32 plays a crucial role in protecting the surrounding area from flooding events. Water resource and climate enthusiasts would be intrigued by the dam's design and construction details, as well as its significant impact on flood risk reduction in the region.
Year Completed |
1993 |
Dam Length |
2500 |
Dam Height |
36 |
River Or Stream |
ALEXANDER DRY CREEK-TR |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
49 |
Drainage Area |
22.84 |
Nid Storage |
4373 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
36 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Walnut C At Nekoma
|
4cfs |
Smoky Hill R Nr Schoenchen
|
2cfs |
Smoky Hill R Bl Schoenchen
|
1cfs |
Pawnee R Nr Burdett
|
0cfs |
Big C Nr Hays
|
4cfs |
Pawnee R At Rozel
|
3cfs |
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 32