Greene Town Center Dam

UNNAMED TRIBUTARY OF LITTLE BEAVER CREEK· Greene, Ohio· Built 2005· Earth· 20 ft tall
Significant Hazard Flood Risk Reduction Private

Key Takeaway

Greene Town Center Dam is classified as significant hazard in Ohio. It was completed in 2005 and is 21 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height 20 ft (taller than 27.7% in OH)
Dam Length750 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage31 acre-ft
Normal Storage21 acre-ft
Surface Area2 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge416 cfs
Year Completed2005 (21 years old)
NID IDOH03131

Safety Information

Significant Hazard

No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: Yes
Last Inspection: June 20, 2019
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Department of Natural Resources

Ownership

Greene Town Center LLC

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Greene Town Center Dam?

Greene Town Center Dam is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Greene Town Center Dam?

Greene Town Center Dam is owned by Greene Town Center LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Greene Town Center Dam built?

Greene Town Center Dam was completed in 2005, making it 21 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 Town Center Dam?

Greene Town Center Dam serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Greene Town Center Dam?

Greene Town Center 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 Town Center Dam last inspected?

Greene Town Center Dam was last inspected on June 20, 2019. 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.