Frd No 19
Key Takeaway
Frd No 19 is classified as low hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 1969 and is 57 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 31 ft (taller than 76.4% in KS) |
| Dam Length | 540 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 90 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 22 acre-ft |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1969 (57 years old) |
| Year Modified | 2016 |
| NID ID | KS02009 |
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
LITTLE DELAWARE-MISSION CREEKS WJD NO 5
Local Government
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Low Hazard 27 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Frd No 19?
Frd No 19 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 19?
Frd No 19 is owned by LITTLE DELAWARE-MISSION CREEKS WJD NO 5 (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Frd No 19 built?
Frd No 19 was completed in 1969, making it 57 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 19?
Frd No 19 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 19?
Frd No 19 has a dam height of 31 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 19 last inspected?
Frd No 19 was last inspected on December 2, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.