Frd No 5
Key Takeaway
Frd No 5 is classified as significant hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 1986 and is 40 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 40 ft (taller than 92.6% in KS) |
| Dam Length | 1,535 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.8K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 297 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 41 acres |
| Drainage Area | 4 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 2,872 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1986 (40 years old) |
| NID ID | KS05427 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
CROSS CREEK WJD NO 42
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Frd No 5?
Frd No 5 is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. 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 CROSS CREEK WJD NO 42 (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 1986, making it 40 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 40 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 5 last inspected?
Frd No 5 was last inspected on April 21, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.