Frd No 15
Key Takeaway
Frd No 15 is classified as low hazard in Kansas.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 41 ft (taller than 93.5% in KS) |
| Dam Length | 1,900 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 4.5K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 258 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 49 acres |
| Drainage Area | 12 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 5,032 cfs |
| NID ID | KS07166 |
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
TURKEY CREEK WJD NO 32
Local Government
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Low Hazard 20 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Frd No 15?
Frd No 15 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 15?
Frd No 15 is owned by TURKEY CREEK WJD NO 32 (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
How tall is Frd No 15?
Frd No 15 has a dam height of 41 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.