Frd No 19

WEST WILDCAT CREEK· Harvey, Kansas· Earth· 37 ft tall

High Hazard Flood Risk Reduction Local Government

Key Takeaway

Frd No 19 is classified as high hazard in Kansas. 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	37 ft (taller than 89.2% in KS)
Dam Length	2,250 ft
Dam Type	Earth
Max Storage	3.7K acre-ft
Normal Storage	137 acre-ft

Surface Area	33 acres
Drainage Area	9 sq mi
NID ID	KS04682

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: April 15, 2021

State Regulated: Yes

Regulatory Agency: KS Dept. of Agriculture

Ownership

WHITEWATER RIVER WJD NO 22

Local Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

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 WHITEWATER RIVER WJD NO 22 (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

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 37 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 15, 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.