Dd No 27-5a (Sibold)
Key Takeaway
Dd No 27-5a (Sibold) is classified as low hazard in Kansas. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 32 ft (taller than 79.1% in KS) |
| Dam Length | 450 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 103 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 31 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,173 cfs |
| NID ID | KS07057 |
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
NEMAHA-BROWN WJD NO 7
Local Government
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Low Hazard 30 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Dd No 27-5a (Sibold)?
Dd No 27-5a (Sibold) 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 Dd No 27-5a (Sibold)?
Dd No 27-5a (Sibold) is owned by NEMAHA-BROWN WJD NO 7 (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Dd No 27-5a (Sibold)?
Dd No 27-5a (Sibold) 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 Dd No 27-5a (Sibold)?
Dd No 27-5a (Sibold) has a dam height of 32 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.