Greenbrier Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Greenbrier Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1963 and is 63 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 27 ft (taller than 58.3% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 590 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 698 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 186 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1963 (63 years old) |
| NID ID | TX00194 |
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
WG PEAVY
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Greenbrier Lake Dam?
Greenbrier Lake 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 Greenbrier Lake Dam?
Greenbrier Lake Dam is owned by WG PEAVY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Greenbrier Lake Dam built?
Greenbrier Lake Dam was completed in 1963, making it 63 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 Greenbrier Lake Dam?
Greenbrier Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Greenbrier Lake Dam?
Greenbrier Lake Dam has a dam height of 27 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 Greenbrier Lake Dam last inspected?
Greenbrier Lake Dam was last inspected on June 30, 1975. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.