Frd No 39

PROSSER CREEK-TR· Lincoln, Kansas· Earth· 43 ft tall

High Hazard Flood Risk Reduction Local Government

Key Takeaway

Frd No 39 is classified as high hazard in Kansas. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height	43 ft (taller than 94.8% in KS)
Dam Length	1,214 ft
Dam Type	Earth
Max Storage	1.6K acre-ft
Normal Storage	116 acre-ft

Surface Area	19 acres
Drainage Area	4 sq mi
NID ID	KS05472

Safety Information

High Hazard

Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: Yes

Last Inspection: September 21, 2021

State Regulated: Yes

Regulatory Agency: KS Dept. of Agriculture

Ownership

SALT CREEK WJD NO 46

Local Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Frd No 39?

Frd No 39 is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Frd No 39?

Frd No 39 is owned by SALT CREEK WJD NO 46 (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Frd No 39?

Frd No 39 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 39?

Frd No 39 has a dam height of 43 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 39 last inspected?

Frd No 39 was last inspected on September 21, 2021. 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.