Frd No 24
Key Takeaway
Frd No 24 is classified as high hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 1998 and is 28 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 | 44 ft (taller than 95.4% in KS) |
| Dam Length | 1,440 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 2.8K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 381 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 55 acres |
| Drainage Area | 3 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 11,554 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1998 (28 years old) |
| NID ID | KS03937 |
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
WAKARUSA WJD NO 35
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Frd No 24?
Frd No 24 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 24?
Frd No 24 is owned by WAKARUSA WJD NO 35 (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Frd No 24 built?
Frd No 24 was completed in 1998, making it 28 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 24?
Frd No 24 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 24?
Frd No 24 has a dam height of 44 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 24 last inspected?
Frd No 24 was last inspected on March 28, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.