Frd No 10
Key Takeaway
Frd No 10 is classified as low hazard in Kansas. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 49 ft (taller than 97.3% in KS) |
| Dam Length | 2,100 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 2.8K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 163 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 30 acres |
| Drainage Area | 8 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 5,179 cfs |
| NID ID | KS07716 |
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
SOUTH FORK WJD NO 76
Local Government
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Low Hazard 47 ftFrequently 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 SOUTH FORK WJD NO 76 (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
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 49 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.