Frd No 2
Key Takeaway
Frd No 2 is classified as significant hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 1972 and is 54 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 38 ft (taller than 90.5% in KS) |
| Dam Length | 1,945 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 2.1K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 188 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 36 acres |
| Drainage Area | 4 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1972 (54 years old) |
| NID ID | KS02129 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
ROCK CREEK WJD NO 28
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Frd No 2?
Frd No 2 is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Frd No 2?
Frd No 2 is owned by ROCK CREEK WJD NO 28 (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Frd No 2 built?
Frd No 2 was completed in 1972, making it 54 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 2?
Frd No 2 serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction, Irrigation, Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Frd No 2?
Frd No 2 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 2 last inspected?
Frd No 2 was last inspected on July 13, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.