Frd No 112

STEWART CREEK-TR· Cowley, Kansas· Earth· 25 ft tall
High Hazard Flood Risk Reduction Local Government

Key Takeaway

Frd No 112 is classified as high hazard in Kansas. 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 25 ft (taller than 46.5% in KS)
Dam Length1,300 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage431 acre-ft
Normal Storage50 acre-ft
Surface Area14 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge2,380 cfs
NID IDKS07124

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: No
Last Inspection: October 12, 2023
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: KS Dept. of Agriculture

Ownership

MIDDLE WALNUT WJD NO 60

Local Government

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Frd No 111

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Low Hazard 30 ft

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Cowley, KS

Low Hazard 19 ft

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Frd No 112?

Frd No 112 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 112?

Frd No 112 is owned by MIDDLE WALNUT WJD NO 60 (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Frd No 112?

Frd No 112 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 112?

Frd No 112 has a dam height of 25 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 112 last inspected?

Frd No 112 was last inspected on October 12, 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.