Located in Rush County, Kansas, Frd No 15 is a Local Government-owned earth dam with a primary purpose of serving as a Fish and Wildlife Pond. Built in 1999 by the USDA NRCS, this structure has a height of 23 feet and a length of 1900 feet, providing a storage capacity of 789 acre-feet. With a surface area of 18 acres and a drainage area of 2.75 square miles, Frd No 15 plays a key role in flood risk reduction in the area.

Managed by the KS Dept. of Agriculture, this dam is state-regulated and regularly inspected to ensure its safety and functionality. The spillway, with a width of 60 feet, is uncontrolled, and the overall hazard potential of the dam is rated as low. Despite not having a current condition assessment, the risk assessment for Frd No 15 is moderate, indicating the need for ongoing monitoring and potential risk management measures.

In addition to providing habitat for fish and wildlife, Frd No 15 contributes to the overall water resource management in the region. Its strategic location along Walnut Creek-TR and its design for flood risk reduction highlight the importance of this structure in maintaining the ecological balance and safeguarding the community against potential water-related hazards.