Greene Hills Dam
Key Takeaway
Greene Hills Dam is classified as low hazard in Virginia. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 22 ft (taller than 34.1% in VA) |
| Dam Length | 200 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 65 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 41 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| NID ID | VA079004 |
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
Greene Hills Club, Inc.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Greene Hills Dam?
Greene Hills 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 Greene Hills Dam?
Greene Hills Dam is owned by Greene Hills Club, Inc. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Greene Hills Dam?
Greene Hills Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Greene Hills Dam?
Greene Hills Dam has a dam height of 22 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.