Summary
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.
Year Completed |
1999 |
Dam Length |
1900 |
Dam Height |
23 |
River Or Stream |
WALNUT CREEK-TR |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
18 |
Drainage Area |
2.75 |
Nid Storage |
789 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
23 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Walnut C At Nekoma
|
4cfs |
Pawnee R At Rozel
|
3cfs |
Smoky Hill R Nr Schoenchen
|
2cfs |
Walnut C At Albert
|
0cfs |
Smoky Hill R Bl Schoenchen
|
1cfs |
Pawnee R Nr Burdett
|
0cfs |
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 15