28-10b

GREGG CREEK-TR· Nemaha, Kansas· Built 2005· Earth· 28 ft tall
Low Hazard Debris Control Flood Risk Reduction Local Government

Key Takeaway

28-10b is classified as low hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 2005 and is 21 years old. Its primary use is debris control.

Physical Details

Dam Height 28 ft (taller than 62.6% in KS)
Dam Length600 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage280 acre-ft
Normal Storage64 acre-ft
Surface Area10 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge1,974 cfs
Year Completed2005 (21 years old)
NID IDKS09248

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: May 1, 2006
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: KS Dept. of Agriculture

Ownership

NEMAHA-BROWN WJD NO 7

Local Government

Nearby Dams

Dam KS03186

Nemaha, KS

Low Hazard 27 ft

Dam KS03171

Nemaha, KS

Low Hazard 24 ft

Gs Dd No 28-14 (Kirk)

Nemaha, KS

Low Hazard 30 ft

Dam KS03168

Nemaha, KS

Low Hazard 32 ft

Dam KS01493

Nemaha, KS

Low Hazard 18 ft

Dam KS03174

Nemaha, KS

Low Hazard 21 ft

Dam KS09683

Nemaha, KS

Low Hazard 26 ft

Dam KS09026

Nemaha, KS

Low Hazard 31 ft

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of 28-10b?

28-10b 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 28-10b?

28-10b is owned by NEMAHA-BROWN WJD NO 7 (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was 28-10b built?

28-10b was completed in 2005, making it 21 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 28-10b?

28-10b serves the following purposes: Debris Control, Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is 28-10b?

28-10b has a dam height of 28 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 28-10b last inspected?

28-10b was last inspected on May 1, 2006. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.