Frd No 23

WALNUT RIVER-TR· Rush, Kansas· Built 1986· Earth· 24 ft tall
Low Hazard Flood Risk Reduction Local Government

Key Takeaway

Frd No 23 is classified as low hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 1986 and is 40 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.

Physical Details

Dam Height 24 ft (taller than 41.9% in KS)
Dam Length2,135 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage952 acre-ft
Normal Storage57 acre-ft
Surface Area19 acres
Drainage Area3 sq mi
Max Discharge1,239 cfs
Year Completed1986 (40 years old)
NID IDKS05422

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: April 25, 1994
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: KS Dept. of Agriculture

Ownership

WET WALNUT CREEK WJD NO 58

Local Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Frd No 23?

Frd No 23 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 23?

Frd No 23 is owned by WET WALNUT CREEK WJD NO 58 (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 1986, making it 40 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. 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 24 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 April 25, 1994. 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.