Greenville Old City Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Greenville Old City Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Illinois. It was completed in 1936 and is 90 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 30 ft (taller than 61.3% in IL) |
| Dam Length | 505 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 380 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 228 acre-ft |
| Year Completed | 1936 (90 years old) |
| NID ID | IL00586 |
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
KINGSBURY PARK DISTRICT
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Greenville Old City Lake Dam?
Greenville Old City 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 Old City Lake Dam?
Greenville Old City Lake Dam is owned by KINGSBURY PARK DISTRICT (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Greenville Old City Lake Dam built?
Greenville Old City Lake 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 Greenville Old City Lake Dam?
Greenville Old City 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 Old City Lake Dam?
Greenville Old City Lake Dam has a dam height of 30 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 Old City Lake Dam last inspected?
Greenville Old City Lake Dam was last inspected on June 19, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.