Bill Greer Dam
Key Takeaway
Bill Greer Dam is classified as low hazard in Kentucky. It was completed in 1955 and is 71 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 50 ft (taller than 83.2% in KY) |
| Dam Length | 775 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 690 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 320 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 20 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1955 (71 years old) |
| NID ID | KY00462 |
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
BEN BROWN
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Bill Greer Dam?
Bill Greer Dam 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 Bill Greer Dam?
Bill Greer Dam is owned by BEN BROWN (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Bill Greer Dam built?
Bill Greer Dam was completed in 1955, making it 71 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 Bill Greer Dam?
Bill Greer Dam serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Bill Greer Dam?
Bill Greer Dam has a dam height of 50 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 Bill Greer Dam last inspected?
Bill Greer Dam was last inspected on November 23, 2004. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.