Frd #103 Scholfield-Bond Site

WALNUT RIVER-TR· Butler, Kansas· Built 1974· Earth· 27 ft tall
Low Hazard Flood Risk Reduction Local Government

Key Takeaway

Frd #103 Scholfield-Bond Site is classified as low hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 1974 and is 52 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.

Physical Details

Dam Height 27 ft (taller than 57.6% in KS)
Dam Length1,150 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage466 acre-ft
Normal Storage76 acre-ft
Surface Area14 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge567 cfs
Year Completed1974 (52 years old)
NID IDKS04776

Safety Information

Low Hazard

No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: March 17, 2009
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: KS Dept. of Agriculture

Ownership

MIDDLE WALNUT WJD NO 60

Local Government

Nearby Dams

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Frd #103 Scholfield-Bond Site?

Frd #103 Scholfield-Bond Site is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Frd #103 Scholfield-Bond Site?

Frd #103 Scholfield-Bond Site is owned by MIDDLE WALNUT WJD NO 60 (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Frd #103 Scholfield-Bond Site built?

Frd #103 Scholfield-Bond Site was completed in 1974, making it 52 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 Frd #103 Scholfield-Bond Site?

Frd #103 Scholfield-Bond Site 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 Frd #103 Scholfield-Bond Site?

Frd #103 Scholfield-Bond Site has a dam height of 27 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 Frd #103 Scholfield-Bond Site last inspected?

Frd #103 Scholfield-Bond Site was last inspected on March 17, 2009. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.