Lake Greenlee Reservoir Dam
Key Takeaway
Lake Greenlee Reservoir Dam is classified as low hazard in Arkansas. It was completed in 1969 and is 57 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Length | 7,600 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.2K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 480 acre-ft |
| Max Discharge | 441 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1969 (57 years old) |
| NID ID | AR01287 |
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
ARKANSAS GAME AND FISH COMMISSION
State Government
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Lake Greenlee Reservoir Dam?
Lake Greenlee Reservoir 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 Greenlee Reservoir Dam?
Lake Greenlee Reservoir Dam is owned by ARKANSAS GAME AND FISH COMMISSION (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake Greenlee Reservoir Dam built?
Lake Greenlee Reservoir Dam was completed in 1969, making it 57 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 Greenlee Reservoir Dam?
Lake Greenlee Reservoir Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.