Greenville Country Club Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Greenville Country Club Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Kentucky. It was completed in 1955 and is 71 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 27% in KY) |
| Dam Length | 450 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 400 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 146 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 17 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1955 (71 years old) |
| NID ID | KY00160 |
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
GREENVILLE COUNTRY CLUB
Private
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Low Hazard 25 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Greenville Country Club Lake Dam?
Greenville Country Club 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 Greenville Country Club Lake Dam?
Greenville Country Club Lake Dam is owned by GREENVILLE COUNTRY CLUB (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Greenville Country Club Lake Dam built?
Greenville Country Club Lake Dam was completed in 1955, making it 71 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 Greenville Country Club Lake Dam?
Greenville Country Club 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.
How tall is Greenville Country Club Lake Dam?
Greenville Country Club Lake Dam has a dam height of 25 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 Greenville Country Club Lake Dam last inspected?
Greenville Country Club Lake Dam was last inspected on May 12, 2005. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.