Frd No 2

DELAWARE RIVER-TR· Jefferson, Kansas· Built 1960· Earth· 29 ft tall
Low Hazard Flood Risk Reduction Local Government

Key Takeaway

Frd No 2 is classified as low hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.

Physical Details

Dam Height 29 ft (taller than 67.7% in KS)
Dam Length650 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage119 acre-ft
Normal Storage12 acre-ft
Surface Area3 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge972 cfs
Year Completed1960 (66 years old)
NID IDKS02333

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: March 23, 2012
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: KS Dept. of Agriculture

Ownership

THOMPSONVILLE WD NO 6

Local Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Frd No 2?

Frd No 2 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 2?

Frd No 2 is owned by THOMPSONVILLE WD NO 6 (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 1960, making it 66 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. 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 29 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 March 23, 2012. 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.