Frd No 1 (Spillman Creek)
Key Takeaway
Frd No 1 (Spillman Creek) is classified as high hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 1972 and is 54 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 | 31 ft (taller than 76.4% in KS) |
| Dam Length | 1,415 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 477 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 47 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 11 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1972 (54 years old) |
| NID ID | KS02339 |
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
SPILLMAN CREEK WJD NO 43 REVISED
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Frd No 1 (Spillman Creek)?
Frd No 1 (Spillman Creek) 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 (Spillman Creek)?
Frd No 1 (Spillman Creek) is owned by SPILLMAN CREEK WJD NO 43 REVISED (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Frd No 1 (Spillman Creek) built?
Frd No 1 (Spillman Creek) was completed in 1972, making it 54 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 (Spillman Creek)?
Frd No 1 (Spillman Creek) 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 (Spillman Creek)?
Frd No 1 (Spillman Creek) has a dam height of 31 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 (Spillman Creek) last inspected?
Frd No 1 (Spillman Creek) was last inspected on April 23, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.