Emery City D.B. Middle
Key Takeaway
Emery City D.B. Middle is classified as significant hazard in Utah. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Length | 920 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Normal Storage | 16 acre-ft |
| Max Discharge | 15 cfs |
| NID ID | UT53269 |
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
EMERY TOWN
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Emery City D.B. Middle?
Emery City D.B. Middle 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 Emery City D.B. Middle?
Emery City D.B. Middle is owned by EMERY TOWN (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Emery City D.B. Middle?
Emery City D.B. Middle 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.