Greenbo Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 6, 2025

Greenbo Lake Dam, located in Greenup, Kentucky, is a state-owned structure primarily designed for recreation purposes.


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Summary

Completed in 1955 by the Department of Fish & Wildlife, this earth dam stands at a height of 70 feet and spans 520 feet across Clay Lick Creek. With a storage capacity of 8,329 acre-feet and a surface area of 180.8 acres, Greenbo Lake Dam provides a picturesque setting for outdoor activities and water-based recreation.

Managed by the Kentucky Division of Water, this dam has a high hazard potential and a fair condition assessment as of the last inspection in June 2018. Despite its age, the dam remains crucial for flood control and water conservation in the region. The uncontrolled spillway with a width of 25 feet ensures proper water release during high flows, while the surrounding area offers opportunities for fishing, boating, and hiking. The dam's risk assessment is moderate, indicating a need for ongoing monitoring and maintenance to ensure its safety and longevity for future generations of water resource and climate enthusiasts to enjoy.

Year Completed

1955

Dam Length

520

Dam Height

70

River Or Stream

CLAY LICK CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

180.8

Drainage Area

5.45

Nid Storage

8329

Hazard Potential

High

Nid Height

70
       
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Condition Assessment

Satisfactory
No existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
Fair
No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
Poor A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency. Investigations and studies are necessary.
Unsatisfactory
A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
Not Rated
The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.

Hazard Potential Classification

High
Dams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
Significant
Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environment damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
Low
Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
Undetermined
Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.