Frd No 10
Key Takeaway
Frd No 10 is classified as low hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 1973 and is 53 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 30 ft (taller than 71.7% in KS) |
| Dam Length | 970 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 811 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 60 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 15 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,755 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1973 (53 years old) |
| NID ID | KS02239 |
Safety Information
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?
Ownership
TIMBER CREEK WJD NO 38
Local Government
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Frd No 10?
Frd No 10 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 No 10?
Frd No 10 is owned by TIMBER CREEK WJD NO 38 (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Frd No 10 built?
Frd No 10 was completed in 1973, making it 53 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 10?
Frd No 10 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 10?
Frd No 10 has a dam height of 30 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 10 last inspected?
Frd No 10 was last inspected on March 29, 2013. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.