Frd No 1

LIME CREEK-TR· Morris, Kansas· Built 1977· Earth· 32 ft tall

High Hazard Flood Risk Reduction Local Government

Key Takeaway

Frd No 1 is classified as high hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 1977 and is 49 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	32 ft (taller than 79.1% in KS)
Dam Length	1,210 ft
Dam Type	Earth
Max Storage	1.1K acre-ft
Normal Storage	70 acre-ft

Surface Area	19 acres
Drainage Area	2 sq mi
Year Completed	1977 (49 years old)
NID ID	KS04536

Safety Information

High Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: Yes

Last Inspection: April 20, 2023

State Regulated: Yes

Regulatory Agency: KS Dept. of Agriculture

Ownership

LYONS CREEK WJD NO 41

Local Government

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Frd No 13

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Frd No 10

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Frd No 1?

Frd No 1 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 Frd No 1?

Frd No 1 is owned by LYONS CREEK WJD NO 41 (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Frd No 1 built?

Frd No 1 was completed in 1977, making it 49 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 No 1?

Frd No 1 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 No 1?

Frd No 1 has a dam height of 32 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 No 1 last inspected?

Frd No 1 was last inspected on April 20, 2023. 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.