Frd No 19
Key Takeaway
Frd No 19 is classified as high hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 1965 and is 61 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 | 38 ft (taller than 90.5% in KS) |
| Dam Length | 675 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 140 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 28 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 865 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1965 (61 years old) |
| NID ID | KS02445 |
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
ATCHISON, CITY OF
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Frd No 19?
Frd No 19 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 19?
Frd No 19 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 19 built?
Frd No 19 was completed in 1965, making it 61 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 38 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 April 27, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.