Greene Lake Dam

COW RUN· Clark, Indiana· Earth· 37 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Greene Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Indiana. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 37 ft (taller than 81.3% in IN)
Dam Length1,300 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage248 acre-ft
Normal Storage158 acre-ft
Surface Area20 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge4 cfs
NID IDIN04046

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: November 19, 2015
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: IDNR

Ownership

KENDALL GREENE

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 KENDALL GREENE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

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 37 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 November 19, 2015. 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.