Greenings Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Greenings Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Arkansas. It was completed in 1954 and is 72 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Length | 400 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 264 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 120 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 26 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,500 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1954 (72 years old) |
| NID ID | AR00653 |
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
D B GREENING
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Greenings Lake Dam?
Greenings 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 Greenings Lake Dam?
Greenings Lake Dam is owned by D B GREENING (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Greenings Lake Dam built?
Greenings Lake Dam was completed in 1954, making it 72 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 Greenings Lake Dam?
Greenings 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.