Frd No 40
Key Takeaway
Frd No 40 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 | 60 ft (taller than 98.9% in KS) |
| Dam Length | 1,700 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 4.8K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 431 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 48 acres |
| Drainage Area | 11 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 10,682 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1979 (47 years old) |
| NID ID | KS05398 |
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
ELK RIVER WJD NO 47
Local Government
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Frd No 40?
Frd No 40 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 40?
Frd No 40 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 40 built?
Frd No 40 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 40?
Frd No 40 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 40?
Frd No 40 has a dam height of 60 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 40 last inspected?
Frd No 40 was last inspected on September 19, 1996. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.