Greensburg City Park Dam
Key Takeaway
Greensburg City Park Dam is classified as low hazard in Indiana. It was completed in 1936 and is 90 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 12 ft (taller than 4.9% in IN) |
| Dam Length | 270 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 125 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 55 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 17 acres |
| Drainage Area | 13 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 2,071 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1936 (90 years old) |
| NID ID | IN03045 |
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
Decatur County Parks and Recreation Department
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Greensburg City Park Dam?
Greensburg City Park 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 Greensburg City Park Dam?
Greensburg City Park Dam is owned by Decatur County Parks and Recreation Department (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Greensburg City Park Dam built?
Greensburg City Park Dam was completed in 1936, making it 90 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 Greensburg City Park Dam?
Greensburg City Park 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 Greensburg City Park Dam?
Greensburg City Park Dam has a dam height of 12 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 Greensburg City Park Dam last inspected?
Greensburg City Park Dam was last inspected on November 23, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.