Greenfield Mills Dam
Key Takeaway
Greenfield Mills Dam is classified as significant hazard in Indiana. It was completed in 1835 and is 191 years old. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 27 ft (taller than 51.4% in IN) |
| Dam Length | 410 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 275 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 74 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 13 acres |
| Drainage Area | 97 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 2,700 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1835 (191 years old) |
| NID ID | IN00797 |
Safety Information
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?
Ownership
David Rinkel
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Greenfield Mills Dam?
Greenfield Mills 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 Greenfield Mills Dam?
Greenfield Mills Dam is owned by David Rinkel (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Greenfield Mills Dam built?
Greenfield Mills Dam was completed in 1835, making it 191 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
How tall is Greenfield Mills Dam?
Greenfield Mills 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 Greenfield Mills Dam last inspected?
Greenfield Mills Dam was last inspected on April 25, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.