Frd No 5
Key Takeaway
Frd No 5 is classified as low hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 1983 and is 43 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 23 ft (taller than 38.6% in KS) |
| Dam Length | 1,764 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 513 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 38 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 12 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1983 (43 years old) |
| NID ID | KS05298 |
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
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What is the hazard classification of Frd No 5?
Frd No 5 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 5?
Frd No 5 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 5 built?
Frd No 5 was completed in 1983, making it 43 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 5?
Frd No 5 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 5?
Frd No 5 has a dam height of 23 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.