Frd No 46
Key Takeaway
Frd No 46 is classified as low hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 1976 and is 50 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 70 ft (taller than 99.4% in KS) |
| Dam Length | 1,700 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 7.1K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 855 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 89 acres |
| Drainage Area | 20 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1976 (50 years old) |
| NID ID | KS04336 |
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
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Low Hazard 38 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Frd No 46?
Frd No 46 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 46?
Frd No 46 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 46 built?
Frd No 46 was completed in 1976, making it 50 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 46?
Frd No 46 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 46?
Frd No 46 has a dam height of 70 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.