Frd No 6 (Spillman Creek)
Key Takeaway
Frd No 6 (Spillman Creek) is classified as low hazard in Kansas. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 41 ft (taller than 93.5% in KS) |
| Dam Length | 1,700 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.8K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 192 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 32 acres |
| Drainage Area | 5 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 2,017 cfs |
| NID ID | KS07703 |
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
SPILLMAN CREEK WJD NO 43 REVISED
Local Government
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Low Hazard 20 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Frd No 6 (Spillman Creek)?
Frd No 6 (Spillman Creek) 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 (Spillman Creek)?
Frd No 6 (Spillman Creek) is owned by SPILLMAN CREEK WJD NO 43 REVISED (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Frd No 6 (Spillman Creek)?
Frd No 6 (Spillman Creek) 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 (Spillman Creek)?
Frd No 6 (Spillman Creek) has a dam height of 41 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 (Spillman Creek) last inspected?
Frd No 6 (Spillman Creek) was last inspected on June 9, 1993. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.