Frd No 12a
Key Takeaway
Frd No 12a is classified as low hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 1985 and is 41 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 18 ft (taller than 16.5% in KS) |
| Dam Length | 1,010 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 389 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 43 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 14 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 460 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1985 (41 years old) |
| NID ID | KS07512 |
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
MIDDLE WALNUT WJD NO 60
Local Government
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Low Hazard 11 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Frd No 12a?
Frd No 12a 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 12a?
Frd No 12a is owned by MIDDLE WALNUT WJD NO 60 (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Frd No 12a built?
Frd No 12a was completed in 1985, making it 41 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 12a?
Frd No 12a 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 12a?
Frd No 12a has a dam height of 18 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.