Frd No 28

RATTLESNAKE CREEK-TR· Lincoln, Kansas· Built 1978· Earth· 38 ft tall
Low Hazard Flood Risk Reduction Local Government

Key Takeaway

Frd No 28 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 38 ft (taller than 90.5% in KS)
Dam Length850 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage366 acre-ft
Normal Storage41 acre-ft
Surface Area9 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge1,331 cfs
Year Completed1978 (48 years old)
NID IDKS04666

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: December 9, 2002
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: KS Dept. of Agriculture

Ownership

SALT CREEK WJD NO 46

Local Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Frd No 28?

Frd No 28 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 28?

Frd No 28 is owned by SALT CREEK WJD NO 46 (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Frd No 28 built?

Frd No 28 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 28?

Frd No 28 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 28?

Frd No 28 has a dam height of 38 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 28 last inspected?

Frd No 28 was last inspected on December 9, 2002. 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.