Summary
The dam, standing at a height of 38 feet, serves primarily for flood risk reduction, with additional purposes including debris control. Located on the NO FORK BLACK VERMILLION RV-TR, the dam has a storage capacity of 1017 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 26 acres, serving a drainage area of 2.77 square miles.
Managed by the Kansas Department of Agriculture, Frd No 76 is regulated, permitted, inspected, and enforced by state authorities, ensuring its operational safety and compliance. The dam has a low hazard potential and is rated as moderate in terms of risk assessment. While the dam does not have outlet gates, it has an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 60 feet, capable of handling a maximum discharge of 1894 cubic feet per second.
Water resource and climate enthusiasts will find Frd No 76 to be an essential infrastructure in flood risk management in Marshall County, Kansas. With its strategic location and design, the dam plays a crucial role in protecting the local community and surrounding areas from potential flooding events. As a well-maintained and regulated structure, Frd No 76 exemplifies the importance of proactive dam management in safeguarding water resources and mitigating climate-related risks in the region.
Year Completed |
1997 |
Dam Height |
38 |
River Or Stream |
NO FORK BLACK VERMILLION RV-TR |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
26 |
Drainage Area |
2.77 |
Nid Storage |
1017 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
38 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Black Vermillion R Nr Frankfort
|
43cfs |
Turkey C Nr Seneca
|
14cfs |
Big Blue R At Marysville
|
164cfs |
Big Blue R At Barneston Nebr
|
131cfs |
Vermillion C Nr Wamego
|
8cfs |
North Fork Big Nemaha River At Humboldt
|
67cfs |
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 76