Frd No 30

RATTLESNAKE CREEK· Lincoln, Kansas· Built 1995· Earth· 46 ft tall
Low Hazard Flood Risk Reduction Local Government

Key Takeaway

Frd No 30 is classified as low hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 1995 and is 31 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.

Physical Details

Dam Height 46 ft (taller than 96.4% in KS)
Dam Length1,300 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage2.4K acre-ft
Normal Storage172 acre-ft
Surface Area27 acres
Drainage Area7 sq mi
Max Discharge4,900 cfs
Year Completed1995 (31 years old)
NID IDKS07730

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: May 19, 1994
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: KS Dept. of Agriculture

Ownership

SALT CREEK WJD NO 46

Local Government

Nearby Dams

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Frd No 30?

Frd No 30 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 30?

Frd No 30 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 30 built?

Frd No 30 was completed in 1995, making it 31 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 30?

Frd No 30 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 30?

Frd No 30 has a dam height of 46 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 30 last inspected?

Frd No 30 was last inspected on May 19, 1994. 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.