Frd No 32
Key Takeaway
Frd No 32 is classified as significant hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 1993 and is 33 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 36 ft (taller than 87.5% in KS) |
| Dam Length | 2,500 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 4.4K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 252 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 49 acres |
| Drainage Area | 23 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 8,770 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1993 (33 years old) |
| NID ID | KS07620 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
WET WALNUT CREEK WJD NO 58
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Frd No 32?
Frd No 32 is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Frd No 32?
Frd No 32 is owned by WET WALNUT CREEK WJD NO 58 (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Frd No 32 built?
Frd No 32 was completed in 1993, making it 33 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 32?
Frd No 32 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 32?
Frd No 32 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.
When was Frd No 32 last inspected?
Frd No 32 was last inspected on July 14, 1992. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.