Summary
With a height of 31.2 feet and a length of 4319 feet, this earth dam plays a crucial role in controlling the flow of the Wet Walnut Creek-TR river. It has a storage capacity of 4870 acre-feet and a maximum discharge of 6990 cubic feet per second, serving the primary purpose of flood risk reduction in the area.
Managed by the local government and regulated by the Kansas Department of Agriculture, Frd No 39 has a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating of 3. Although its condition assessment is not rated, the dam has not been modified since its completion. With a spillway width of 200 feet and no outlet gates, this structure ensures the safety of the surrounding communities by providing effective flood control measures.
Despite its age, Frd No 39 continues to fulfill its intended purpose, safeguarding the residents of Ness County, Kansas, from potential flood events. As an essential piece of infrastructure in the region, this dam stands as a testament to effective water resource management and climate resilience efforts in the area.
Year Completed |
1994 |
Dam Length |
4319 |
Dam Height |
31.2 |
River Or Stream |
WET WALNUT CREEK-TR |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
75 |
Drainage Area |
17.2 |
Nid Storage |
4870 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
31 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Walnut C At Nekoma
|
4cfs |
Pawnee R Nr Burdett
|
0cfs |
Smoky Hill R Nr Arnold
|
1cfs |
Smoky Hill R Nr Schoenchen
|
2cfs |
Pawnee R At Rozel
|
4cfs |
Smoky Hill R Bl Schoenchen
|
1cfs |
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 39