Lake Greenbriar Dam
Key Takeaway
Lake Greenbriar Dam is classified as low hazard in Ohio. It was completed in 1971 and is 55 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 30 ft (taller than 61.5% in OH) |
| Dam Length | 550 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 30 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 22 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 3 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 580 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1971 (55 years old) |
| NID ID | OH00368 |
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
Tom Falkenstein
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Greenbriar Dam?
Lake Greenbriar 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 Lake Greenbriar Dam?
Lake Greenbriar Dam is owned by Tom Falkenstein (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake Greenbriar Dam built?
Lake Greenbriar Dam was completed in 1971, making it 55 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 Lake Greenbriar Dam?
Lake Greenbriar 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 Lake Greenbriar Dam?
Lake Greenbriar 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 Lake Greenbriar Dam last inspected?
Lake Greenbriar Dam was last inspected on July 30, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.