Frd No 6

CHIGGER CREEK· Butler, Kansas· Built 1971· Earth· 33 ft tall
Low Hazard Flood Risk Reduction Fire Protection Stock Or Small Fish Pond Local Government

Key Takeaway

Frd No 6 is classified as low hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 1971 and is 55 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.

Physical Details

Dam Height 33 ft (taller than 81.7% in KS)
Dam Length1,700 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage2.7K acre-ft
Normal Storage122 acre-ft
Surface Area33 acres
Drainage Area7 sq mi
Max Discharge3,480 cfs
Year Completed1971 (55 years old)
NID IDKS02131

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: Yes
Last Inspection: August 4, 2011
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: KS Dept. of Agriculture

Ownership

ROCK CREEK WJD NO 28

Local Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Frd No 6?

Frd No 6 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 6?

Frd No 6 is owned by ROCK CREEK WJD NO 28 (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Frd No 6 built?

Frd No 6 was completed in 1971, making it 55 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 6?

Frd No 6 serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction, Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Frd No 6?

Frd No 6 has a dam height of 33 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 6 last inspected?

Frd No 6 was last inspected on August 4, 2011. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.