Frd No 26
Key Takeaway
Frd No 26 is classified as low hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 1977 and is 49 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 34 ft (taller than 84% in KS) |
| Dam Length | 2,710 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.7K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 99 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 25 acres |
| Drainage Area | 5 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1977 (49 years old) |
| NID ID | KS04380 |
Safety Information
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?
Ownership
UPPER WALNUT WJD NO 33
Local Government
Nearby Dams
Dam KS05025
Butler, KS
Low Hazard 12 ftDam KS03862
Butler, KS
Low Hazard 15 ftDam KS04789
Butler, KS
Low Hazard 22 ftDam KS03861
Butler, KS
Low Hazard 15 ftDam KS04790
Butler, KS
Low Hazard 18 ftFrd No 28
Butler, KS
Low Hazard 35 ftDam KS00308
Butler, KS
Low Hazard 18 ftFrd No 27
Butler, KS
Low Hazard 36 ftFrequently 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 UPPER WALNUT WJD NO 33 (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 1977, making it 49 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 34 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.