Frd No 34

CEDAR CREEK-TR· Cowley, Kansas· Built 1979· Earth· 25 ft tall
Low Hazard Flood Risk Reduction Local Government

Key Takeaway

Frd No 34 is classified as low hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 1979 and is 47 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.

Physical Details

Dam Height 25 ft (taller than 46.5% in KS)
Dam Length1,591 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage910 acre-ft
Normal Storage57 acre-ft
Surface Area17 acres
Drainage Area2 sq mi
Max Discharge1,100 cfs
Year Completed1979 (47 years old)
NID IDKS04365

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: July 1, 2009
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: KS Dept. of Agriculture

Ownership

TIMBER CREEK WJD NO 38

Local Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Frd No 34?

Frd No 34 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 34?

Frd No 34 is owned by TIMBER CREEK WJD NO 38 (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Frd No 34 built?

Frd No 34 was completed in 1979, making it 47 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 34?

Frd No 34 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 34?

Frd No 34 has a dam height of 25 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 34 last inspected?

Frd No 34 was last inspected on July 1, 2009. 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.