Frd No Gs 11
Key Takeaway
Frd No Gs 11 is classified as significant hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 1966 and is 60 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 | 47 ft (taller than 96.6% in KS) |
| Dam Length | 770 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 534 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 51 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 2,120 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1966 (60 years old) |
| NID ID | KS02036 |
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
WALNUT CREEK WD NO 1
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Frd No Gs 11?
Frd No Gs 11 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 Gs 11?
Frd No Gs 11 is owned by WALNUT CREEK WD NO 1 (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Frd No Gs 11 built?
Frd No Gs 11 was completed in 1966, making it 60 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 Gs 11?
Frd No Gs 11 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 Gs 11?
Frd No Gs 11 has a dam height of 47 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 Gs 11 last inspected?
Frd No Gs 11 was last inspected on March 10, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.