Greisinger
Key Takeaway
Greisinger is classified as low hazard in Pennsylvania. It was completed in 1956 and is 70 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 19 ft (taller than 41.1% in PA) |
| Dam Length | 370 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 72 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 40 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1956 (70 years old) |
| NID ID | PA01072 |
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
TRACEY,INC.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Greisinger?
Greisinger 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 Greisinger?
Greisinger is owned by TRACEY,INC. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Greisinger built?
Greisinger was completed in 1956, making it 70 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 Greisinger?
Greisinger 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 Greisinger?
Greisinger has a dam height of 19 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 Greisinger last inspected?
Greisinger was last inspected on June 10, 2015. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.