Frd No 18
Key Takeaway
Frd No 18 is classified as high hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 1979 and is 47 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 | 2,500 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 5.0K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 396 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 87 acres |
| Drainage Area | 8 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1979 (47 years old) |
| Year Modified | 2018 |
| NID ID | KS04681 |
Safety Information
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?
Ownership
WHITEWATER RIVER WJD NO 22
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Frd No 18?
Frd No 18 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 18?
Frd No 18 is owned by WHITEWATER RIVER WJD NO 22 (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Frd No 18 built?
Frd No 18 was completed in 1979, making it 47 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 18?
Frd No 18 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 18?
Frd No 18 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 18 last inspected?
Frd No 18 was last inspected on April 13, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.