Greenlick Run (Pa-656)
Key Takeaway
Greenlick Run (Pa-656) is classified as high hazard in Pennsylvania. It was completed in 1973 and is 53 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 52 ft (taller than 85.5% in PA) |
| Dam Length | 1,200 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 3.9K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 1.6K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 100 acres |
| Drainage Area | 7 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1973 (53 years old) |
| NID ID | PA00355 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
FAYETTE COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Greenlick Run (Pa-656)?
Greenlick Run (Pa-656) is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Greenlick Run (Pa-656)?
Greenlick Run (Pa-656) is owned by FAYETTE COUNTY COMMISSIONERS (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Greenlick Run (Pa-656) built?
Greenlick Run (Pa-656) was completed in 1973, making it 53 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 Greenlick Run (Pa-656)?
Greenlick Run (Pa-656) serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Greenlick Run (Pa-656)?
Greenlick Run (Pa-656) has a dam height of 52 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 Greenlick Run (Pa-656) last inspected?
Greenlick Run (Pa-656) was last inspected on September 24, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.