Frd No 97
Key Takeaway
Frd No 97 is classified as significant hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 1992 and is 34 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 | 41 ft (taller than 93.5% in KS) |
| Dam Length | 1,920 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 2.9K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 349 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 58 acres |
| Drainage Area | 6 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 5,435 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1992 (34 years old) |
| NID ID | KS07415 |
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
UPPER BLACK VERMILLION WJD NO 37
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Frd No 97?
Frd No 97 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 97?
Frd No 97 is owned by UPPER BLACK VERMILLION WJD NO 37 (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Frd No 97 built?
Frd No 97 was completed in 1992, making it 34 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 97?
Frd No 97 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 97?
Frd No 97 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 97 last inspected?
Frd No 97 was last inspected on April 2, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.