Frd No 6
Key Takeaway
Frd No 6 is classified as low hazard in Kansas. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 34 ft (taller than 84% in KS) |
| Dam Length | 7,960 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 2.5K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 224 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 45 acres |
| Drainage Area | 6 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 3,395 cfs |
| NID ID | KS07728 |
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
MIDDLE WALNUT WJD NO 60
Local Government
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Low Hazard 33 ftFrequently 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 MIDDLE WALNUT WJD NO 60 (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
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 34 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.