Greene Lake Dam

MCKASKEY CREEK· Bartow, Georgia· Built 1962· Earth· 20 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Greene Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1962 and is 64 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 20 ft (taller than 40.1% in GA)
Dam Length286 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage80 acre-ft
Normal Storage48 acre-ft
Surface Area7 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Year Completed1962 (64 years old)
NID IDGA02189

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: March 1, 2001
State Regulated: No

Ownership

TIMBERLAKE HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION, INC.

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Greene Lake Dam?

Greene 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 Greene Lake Dam?

Greene Lake Dam is owned by TIMBERLAKE HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION, INC. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Greene Lake Dam built?

Greene Lake Dam was completed in 1962, making it 64 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 Greene Lake Dam?

Greene Lake 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 Lake Dam?

Greene Lake Dam has a dam height of 20 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 Greene Lake Dam last inspected?

Greene Lake Dam was last inspected on March 1, 2001. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.