Frd No 19
Key Takeaway
Frd No 19 is classified as low hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 1964 and is 62 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 39 ft (taller than 91.9% in KS) |
| Dam Length | 1,080 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 870 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 173 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 21 acres |
| Max Discharge | 508 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1964 (62 years old) |
| NID ID | KS02208 |
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
FROG CREEK WJD NO 19
Local Government
Nearby Dams
Frequently 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 FROG CREEK WJD NO 19 (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 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 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 39 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 May 9, 1997. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.