Frd No 6 dam
Frd No 6
Frd No 6, also known as Silver Creek Watershed Dam 6, is a vital flood risk reduction structure located in Cottonwood Falls, Kansas. Built in 1965 by the USDA NRCS, this earth dam stands at a height of 36 feet and spans 700 feet in length. With a storage capacity of 300 acre-feet and a drainage area of 0.82 square miles, Frd No 6 plays a crucial role in mitigating the risk of flooding in the Silver Creek-TR watershed.
Despite its important function, Frd No 6 has been assessed as being in poor condition, with a hazard potential rated as low. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway and lacks outlet gates. The last inspection was conducted in January 2017, highlighting the need for regular maintenance and upkeep to ensure the structure's continued effectiveness in flood risk reduction. With moderate risk management measures in place, stakeholders must work together to address the poor condition assessment and mitigate any potential risks associated with the dam.
As water resource and climate enthusiasts, it is essential to recognize the significance of structures like Frd No 6 in safeguarding communities from the impacts of flooding. By understanding the design and operational details of such dams, as well as their condition and maintenance needs, stakeholders can work towards ensuring the long-term resilience of these critical infrastructure assets. Collaborative efforts between local government agencies, regulatory bodies, and the community will be essential in preserving the functionality and safety of Frd No 6 for years to come.
Dam data reference
Condition Assessment
- Satisfactory
- No 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.
- 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.
- 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.
Hazard Potential Classification
- High
- Dams 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, environmental 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.
Plan around the weather
Same NOAA / yr.no feed Snoflo's iOS app uses. Watch the precipitation column on the meteogram -- rain on the basin upstream typically lifts inflow 24-72 hours later.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loading detailed forecast… | |||||||
15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Nearby streamflow gauges
USGS streamgauges around Frd No 6 -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Cottonwood R Nr Florence | 106 cfs | → |
| Cedar C Nr Cedar Point | 32 cfs | → |
| N Cottonwood R Bl Marion Lk | 8 cfs | → |
| Cottonwood R Nr Plymouth | 315 cfs | → |
| Neosho R At Council Grove | 11 cfs | → |
| Neosho R Nr Americus | 89 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Frd No 6.
Track Frd No 6 in the Snoflo app
Save this dam as a favorite and get the local NOAA / yr.no forecast plus regional flow context wherever you are.
About Frd No 6
Where does the data for Frd No 6 come from?
Structural and regulatory data come from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' National Inventory of Dams (NID). Weather forecast comes from NOAA / yr.no -- the same feed Snoflo's iOS app uses.
How often is the report updated?
NID structural data refreshes annually as the Corps publishes updated assessments. The weather forecast refreshes throughout the day.
What does the Low hazard rating mean?
The Corps of Engineers' hazard potential classification grades probable consequences if the dam fails: High = probable loss of human life; Significant = no probable loss of human life but possible economic loss / environmental damage; Low = no probable loss of human life, only minor economic / environmental losses. See the Dam Data Reference card above for the full definitions.
What's "% of normal"?
The current storage value compared to the historical average storage on this calendar day. 100% = right on average; values above 100% mean above-normal storage (wet year); values below mean below-normal (dry year or drought).
Can I get alerts when storage crosses a threshold?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this dam, set a threshold, and you'll get a push the moment conditions cross.