Frd No 6
Key Takeaway
Frd No 6 is classified as high hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 1963 and is 63 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 36 ft (taller than 87.5% in KS) |
| Dam Length | 650 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 193 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 32 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 600 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1963 (63 years old) |
| NID ID | KS02432 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
ATCHISON, CITY OF
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Frd No 6?
Frd No 6 is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. 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 ATCHISON, CITY OF (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 1963, making it 63 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. 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 36 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 April 21, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.