Frd No. 3
Key Takeaway
Frd No. 3 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 | 33 ft (taller than 81.7% in KS) |
| Dam Length | 1,545 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.9K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 110 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 24 acres |
| Drainage Area | 3 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1977 (49 years old) |
| NID ID | KS04561 |
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
LYONS CREEK WJD NO 41
Local Government
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Low Hazard 34 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Frd No. 3?
Frd No. 3 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. 3?
Frd No. 3 is owned by LYONS CREEK WJD NO 41 (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Frd No. 3 built?
Frd No. 3 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. 3?
Frd No. 3 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. 3?
Frd No. 3 has a dam height of 33 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. 3 last inspected?
Frd No. 3 was last inspected on June 24, 2010. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.