Dd No 54, located in Louisville, Kansas, is a local government-owned earth dam designed by GREG MAXWELL for flood risk reduction on Elm Slough Creek. Completed in 1996, this dam stands at a height of 24.5 feet and has a length of 820 feet, providing a normal storage capacity of 63.98 acre-feet and a maximum storage of 293.87 acre-feet.

Despite being classified as having a low hazard potential, Dd No 54 is regulated, permitted, inspected, and enforced by the Kansas Department of Agriculture, ensuring its structural integrity and safety. The dam has a moderate risk assessment rating of 3, indicating a need for proactive risk management measures. Although the last inspection was conducted in 2010, the dam's condition remains unrated, emphasizing the importance of regular assessments and maintenance to ensure its effectiveness in flood risk reduction.

With a controlled spillway width of 46 feet and a maximum discharge capacity of 1104 cubic feet per second, Dd No 54 plays a crucial role in mitigating potential flooding in the Pottawatomie County area. Its strategic location and design make it a key asset in protecting the community from the impacts of extreme weather events and climate change, highlighting the importance of sustainable water resource management in the face of a changing climate.