Frd No 31
Key Takeaway
Frd No 31 is classified as low hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 1967 and is 59 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 22 ft (taller than 34.2% in KS) |
| Dam Length | 1,578 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 524 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 31 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 11 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 260 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1967 (59 years old) |
| NID ID | KS02112 |
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
LITTLE WALNUT-HICKORY WJD NO 18
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Frd No 31?
Frd No 31 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 31?
Frd No 31 is owned by LITTLE WALNUT-HICKORY WJD NO 18 (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Frd No 31 built?
Frd No 31 was completed in 1967, making it 59 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 31?
Frd No 31 serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction, Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Frd No 31?
Frd No 31 has a dam height of 22 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 31 last inspected?
Frd No 31 was last inspected on October 8, 2003. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.