Frd No 16

WHITE CLAY CREEK-TR· Atchison, Kansas· Built 1964· Earth· 35 ft tall

High Hazard Flood Risk Reduction Local Government

Key Takeaway

Frd No 16 is classified as high hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 1964 and is 62 years old. 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	35 ft (taller than 85.9% in KS)
Dam Length	800 ft
Dam Type	Earth
Max Storage	135 acre-ft
Normal Storage	23 acre-ft

Surface Area	4 acres
Drainage Area	0 sq mi
Max Discharge	1,000 cfs
Year Completed	1964 (62 years old)
NID ID	KS02442

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: Yes

Last Inspection: March 29, 2021

State Regulated: Yes

Regulatory Agency: KS Dept. of Agriculture

Ownership

ATCHISON, CITY OF

Local Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Frd No 16?

Frd No 16 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 16?

Frd No 16 is owned by ATCHISON, CITY OF (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Frd No 16 built?

Frd No 16 was completed in 1964, making it 62 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 16?

Frd No 16 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 16?

Frd No 16 has a dam height of 35 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 16 last inspected?

Frd No 16 was last inspected on March 29, 2021. 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.