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FRD NO 13

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Unlisted/Unknown Dam Otter Creek
May 3, 2025


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Frd No 13, located in Rush Center, Kansas, is a local government-owned earth dam completed in 2000 with a primary purpose of flood risk reduction along the Otter Creek. Standing at a height of 44 feet and a length of 4600 feet, this structure provides a storage capacity of 7406 acre-feet and a maximum discharge of 9770 cubic feet per second. The dam has a spillway width of 300 feet and a hazard potential rated as low, making it a vital component in managing water resources in the area.

Managed by the Kansas Department of Agriculture, Frd No 13 is regulated at the state level with ongoing inspections and enforcement measures in place. Despite being classified as not rated in terms of condition assessment, the dam presents a moderate risk level (3) and is equipped with uncontrolled spillways for flood control purposes. The dam's location in Rush County, Kansas, underscores its importance in mitigating flooding risks, showcasing the collaborative efforts between local governments and federal agencies in safeguarding water resources and communities against natural disasters.

Year_Completed 2000
Dam_Height 44
River_Or_Stream OTTER CREEK
Dam_Length 4600
Primary_Dam_Type Earth
Surface_Area 60
Drainage_Area 28
Nid_Storage 7406
Outlet_Gates None
Hazard_Potential Low
Foundations Unlisted/Unknown
Nid_Height 44
       

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