Dd No 113, located in Climax, Kansas, is a local government-owned earth dam completed in 2002 for flood risk reduction along the North Otter Creek. With a height of 28 feet and a length of 1360 feet, this dam provides a maximum storage capacity of 773.76 acre-feet and normal storage of 108.74 acre-feet. The dam's spillway type is uncontrolled, with a width of 40 feet, and a low hazard potential has been assessed for this structure.

Managed by the Kansas Department of Agriculture, Dd No 113 is inspected, permitted, and regulated by the state authorities to ensure its safety and functionality. The dam has not undergone any modifications since its completion, and its condition has not been rated. Despite its moderate risk level, the dam serves as a crucial infrastructure for managing flood risks in the region, with a drainage area of 2.19 square miles and a maximum discharge capacity of 1183 cubic feet per second.

Dd No 113 stands as a testament to effective local government initiatives in flood risk reduction and water resource management in Kansas. As climate change continues to impact weather patterns and increase the frequency of extreme events, structures like Dd No 113 play a vital role in safeguarding communities and ecosystems against the threat of flooding. Its presence highlights the importance of proactive measures in adapting to a changing climate and ensuring the resilience of water infrastructure for the future.