Frd No 36
Key Takeaway
Frd No 36 is classified as significant hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 1974 and is 52 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 | 82 ft (taller than 99.6% in KS) |
| Dam Length | 1,650 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 8.8K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 483 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 58 acres |
| Drainage Area | 14 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1974 (52 years old) |
| NID ID | KS02273 |
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
ELK RIVER WJD NO 47
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Frd No 36?
Frd No 36 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 36?
Frd No 36 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 36 built?
Frd No 36 was completed in 1974, making it 52 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 36?
Frd No 36 serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction, Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Frd No 36?
Frd No 36 has a dam height of 82 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 36 last inspected?
Frd No 36 was last inspected on February 19, 2024. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.