Frd No 23
Key Takeaway
Frd No 23 is classified as high hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 1962 and is 64 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 | 48 ft (taller than 96.9% in KS) |
| Dam Length | 1,313 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 2.7K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 24 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 38 acres |
| Drainage Area | 3 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1962 (64 years old) |
| Year Modified | 2007 |
| NID ID | KS02010 |
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
ATCHISON, CITY OF
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Frd No 23?
Frd No 23 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 23?
Frd No 23 is owned by ATCHISON, CITY OF (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Frd No 23 built?
Frd No 23 was completed in 1962, making it 64 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 23?
Frd No 23 serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction, Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Frd No 23?
Frd No 23 has a dam height of 48 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 23 last inspected?
Frd No 23 was last inspected on January 4, 2024. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.