Frd No 20

LOWER ELK RIVER· Elk, Kansas· Built 2006· Earth· 42 ft tall

High Hazard Local Government

Key Takeaway

Frd No 20 is classified as high hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 2006 and is 20 years old. 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	42 ft (taller than 94.1% in KS)
Dam Length	2,503 ft
Dam Type	Earth
Max Storage	848 acre-ft
Normal Storage	115 acre-ft

Surface Area	16 acres
Drainage Area	2 sq mi
Year Completed	2006 (20 years old)
NID ID	KS09290

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: February 20, 2024

State Regulated: Yes

Regulatory Agency: KS Dept. of Agriculture

Ownership

ELK RIVER WJD NO 47

Local Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Frd No 20?

Frd No 20 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 20?

Frd No 20 is owned by ELK RIVER WJD NO 47 (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Frd No 20 built?

Frd No 20 was completed in 2006, making it 20 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.

How tall is Frd No 20?

Frd No 20 has a dam height of 42 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 20 last inspected?

Frd No 20 was last inspected on February 20, 2024. 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.