Greer Dam
Key Takeaway
Greer Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1986 and is 40 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 16 ft (taller than 19.7% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 708 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 343 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 192 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1986 (40 years old) |
| NID ID | TX06040 |
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
DAVID GREER
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Greer Dam?
Greer 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 Greer Dam?
Greer Dam is owned by DAVID GREER (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Greer Dam built?
Greer Dam was completed in 1986, making it 40 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 Greer Dam?
Greer Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation, Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Greer Dam?
Greer Dam has a dam height of 16 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.