Frd No 31
Key Takeaway
Frd No 31 is classified as low hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 1976 and is 50 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 36 ft (taller than 87.5% in KS) |
| Dam Length | 830 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 489 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 41 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 9 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1976 (50 years old) |
| NID ID | KS04343 |
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
ELK RIVER WJD NO 47
Local Government
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
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 ELK RIVER WJD NO 47 (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 1976, making it 50 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. 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 36 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.