Andale Frd No A-2
Key Takeaway
Andale Frd No A-2 is classified as high hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 1963 and is 63 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 18 ft (taller than 16.5% in KS) |
| Dam Length | 1,500 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 407 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 34 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 2,400 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1963 (63 years old) |
| NID ID | KS02527 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
ANDALE, CITY OF
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Andale Frd No A-2?
Andale Frd No A-2 is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Andale Frd No A-2?
Andale Frd No A-2 is owned by ANDALE, CITY OF (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Andale Frd No A-2 built?
Andale Frd No A-2 was completed in 1963, making it 63 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
What is the primary purpose of Andale Frd No A-2?
Andale Frd No A-2 serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Andale Frd No A-2?
Andale Frd No A-2 has a dam height of 18 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.
When was Andale Frd No A-2 last inspected?
Andale Frd No A-2 was last inspected on March 26, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.