Frd No 22
Key Takeaway
Frd No 22 is classified as high hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 1978 and is 48 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 | 42 ft (taller than 94.1% in KS) |
| Dam Length | 2,169 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 4.4K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 114 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 9 acres |
| Drainage Area | 9 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 9,937 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1978 (48 years old) |
| NID ID | KS02144 |
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
ROCK CREEK WJD NO 28
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Frd No 22?
Frd No 22 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 22?
Frd No 22 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 22 built?
Frd No 22 was completed in 1978, making it 48 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 22?
Frd No 22 serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction, 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 22?
Frd No 22 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 22 last inspected?
Frd No 22 was last inspected on April 28, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.