Frd No 19 Reservoir Report
Nearby: Frd No 13 (Site 7-21) Frd No 12
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Frd No 19 is a local government-owned earth dam located in Woodbine, Kansas, designed by the USDA NRCS and completed in 1997 for the primary purpose of flood risk reduction along the West Branch Lyon Creek.
°F
°F
mph
Wind
%
Humidity
Summary
The dam stands at a height of 26.4 feet, with a length of 2500 feet and a storage capacity of 898 acre-feet. It is regulated by the Kansas Department of Agriculture and has a low hazard potential, with a moderate risk assessment rating of 3.
The dam does not have any associated structures or outlet gates, and its spillway type is uncontrolled with a width of 40 feet. While its condition has not been rated and inspection frequency is listed as 0, the dam is state regulated, permitted, inspected, and enforced by the appropriate agencies. The risk management measures and emergency action plan status for Frd No 19 are not specified in the available data, but it serves as a critical infrastructure for flood control and debris management in Dickinson County, Kansas.
Located in a strategic area to protect against flooding and reduce debris flow, Frd No 19 plays a crucial role in maintaining the safety and integrity of the surrounding community. With its low hazard potential and moderate risk assessment, the dam stands as a testament to effective water resource management and climate resilience efforts in the region. Its construction and design by the Natural Resources Conservation Service highlight the importance of sustainable infrastructure development for mitigating natural disasters and safeguarding water resources for future generations.
Year Completed |
1997 |
Dam Length |
2500 |
Dam Height |
26.4 |
River Or Stream |
WEST BRANCH LYON CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
18 |
Drainage Area |
1.49 |
Nid Storage |
898 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
26 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Smoky Hill R At Enterprise
|
448cfs |
Lyon C Nr Junction City
|
19cfs |
Chapman C Nr Chapman
|
16cfs |
Gypsum C Nr Gypsum
|
15cfs |
Republican R Bl Milford Dam
|
390cfs |
Kansas R At Fort Riley
|
1210cfs |
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 19