Frd No 26

PAW PAW CREEK-TR· Elk, Kansas· Built 1978· Earth· 37 ft tall
Low Hazard Flood Risk Reduction Local Government

Key Takeaway

Frd No 26 is classified as low hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 1978 and is 48 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.

Physical Details

Dam Height 37 ft (taller than 89.2% in KS)
Dam Length1,150 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage876 acre-ft
Normal Storage119 acre-ft
Surface Area24 acres
Drainage Area2 sq mi
Year Completed1978 (48 years old)
NID IDKS04351

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: January 29, 1997
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 26?

Frd No 26 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 26?

Frd No 26 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 26 built?

Frd No 26 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 26?

Frd No 26 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 26?

Frd No 26 has a dam height of 37 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 26 last inspected?

Frd No 26 was last inspected on January 29, 1997. 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.