Frd No 39
Key Takeaway
Frd No 39 is classified as low hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 1994 and is 32 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 31 ft (taller than 76.4% in KS) |
| Dam Length | 4,319 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 4.9K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 304 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 75 acres |
| Drainage Area | 17 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 6,990 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1994 (32 years old) |
| NID ID | KS07707 |
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
WET WALNUT CREEK WJD NO 58
Local Government
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Frd No 39?
Frd No 39 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 39?
Frd No 39 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 39 built?
Frd No 39 was completed in 1994, making it 32 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 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 31 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 March 18, 1994. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.