Greenville City Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 13, 2025
Greenville City Lake Dam, located in Muhlenberg County, Kentucky, is a vital structure providing water supply for the city of Greenville.
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Summary
Built in 1930, this earth dam stands at a height of 28 feet and spans a length of 317 feet, creating a reservoir with a maximum storage capacity of 110 acre-feet. The dam is situated on Caney Creek and is regulated by the Kentucky Division of Water, ensuring its safety and functionality for the community.
Despite its fair condition assessment as of April 2018, the Greenville City Lake Dam poses a high hazard potential, highlighting the importance of regular inspections and maintenance. The dam's spillway, of the uncontrolled type, serves to manage excess water flow and prevent flooding in the surrounding area. While the risk assessment categorizes the dam as moderate, it underscores the need for ongoing risk management measures to minimize any potential threats to the dam's integrity and the safety of the residents it serves.
Managed by the local government, Greenville City Lake Dam plays a critical role in water resource management in the region, supporting not only the city's water supply needs but also contributing to environmental conservation efforts. With its historical significance and functional importance, the dam stands as a testament to human ingenuity in harnessing and utilizing natural resources responsibly in the face of changing climate conditions.
Year Completed |
1930 |
Dam Length |
317 |
Dam Height |
28 |
River Or Stream |
CANEY CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
2 |
Drainage Area |
0.11 |
Nid Storage |
110 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Nid Height |
28 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Pond River Near Apex
|
39cfs |
Green River At Paradise
|
1890cfs |
Green River At Lock 2 At Calhoun
|
2370cfs |
Tradewater River At Olney
|
26cfs |
South Fork Panther Creek Near Whitesville
|
25cfs |
Caney Creek Near Horse Branch
|
38cfs |
Dam Data Reference
Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo 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
HighDams 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.
Greenville City Lake Dam