Dd No 22b dam
Dd No 22b
Dd No 22b is a local government-owned dam located in Little River, Kansas, designed for flood risk reduction along the Little Arkansas River. Completed in 1991, this earth dam stands at a height of 28.9 feet and has a storage capacity of 650 acre-feet, serving the important purpose of protecting the surrounding area from potential flooding events. Despite its low hazard potential and moderate risk assessment, the dam's condition remains unrated, highlighting the need for ongoing monitoring and maintenance to ensure its effectiveness in safeguarding the community.
Managed by the Kansas Department of Agriculture, Dd No 22b is subject to state jurisdiction, permitting, inspection, and enforcement to ensure compliance with regulatory standards. While the dam has not been modified in recent years and lacks a structured emergency action plan, its uncontrolled spillway and buttress core design contribute to its flood risk reduction capabilities. With a surface area of 17 acres and a drainage area of 2.24 square miles, Dd No 22b plays a crucial role in managing water resources and climate-related challenges in the region, demonstrating the importance of sustainable infrastructure for environmental resilience.
As climate change continues to impact water resources and weather patterns, the role of structures like Dd No 22b in mitigating flood risks becomes increasingly significant. With a focus on risk management and regulatory compliance, this dam serves as a vital asset in protecting the Little River community from potential inundation events. By prioritizing maintenance and monitoring efforts, local authorities can ensure the continued effectiveness of Dd No 22b in safeguarding against the unpredictability of climate-related challenges.
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 Dd No 22b -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Cow C Nr Lyons | 3 cfs | → |
| Smoky Hill R Nr Langley | 16 cfs | → |
| Smoky Hill R At Ellsworth | 18 cfs | → |
| Arkansas R Nr Nickerson | 51 cfs | → |
| Smoky Hill R At Lindsborg | 23 cfs | → |
| Rattlesnake C Nr Zenith | 7 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Dd No 22b.
Boat launches
Fishing spots
- Hutchinson - North Pond
- Buhler City Pond
- Wilson Reservoir
- Harvey County West Lake
- Salina - Lakewood Lake
- Mount Hope - Woodland Park
More reservoirs
Track Dd No 22b 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 Dd No 22b
Where does the data for Dd No 22b 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.
Other water bodies near here
Snoflo-tracked reservoirs and dams within driving distance of Dd No 22b.