Lake Greenbrook Dam, located in Southaven, Mississippi, is a privately owned structure designed by W.
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Humidity
H. Porter and completed in 1969. The dam serves primarily for recreation, with a storage capacity of 1300 acre-feet and a surface area of 73.5 acres. It stands at 25 feet in height, with an impressive length of 880 feet, utilizing earth and buttress core types in its construction.
Managed by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality, the dam is regulated, inspected, and enforced by state authorities to ensure its safety and functionality. Despite being categorized with a high hazard potential, the dam's condition is assessed as fair, with inspections conducted every 5 years. The spillway, classified as uncontrolled, has a width of 13 feet, further enhancing the dam's ability to manage water flow from the adjacent Rockey Creek.
Lake Greenbrook Dam provides not only recreational opportunities for locals and visitors but also serves as a vital water resource in DeSoto County. With its strategic location and reliable design, the dam continues to play a crucial role in water management and conservation efforts in the region, showcasing a balance between human enjoyment and environmental stewardship.
Year Completed |
1969 |
Dam Length |
880 |
Dam Height |
25 |
River Or Stream |
ROCKEY CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
73.5 |
Hydraulic Height |
20 |
Drainage Area |
1.4 |
Nid Storage |
1300 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Nid Height |
25 |
Nonconnah Creek Near Germantown
|
88cfs |
Mississippi River At Memphis
|
235000cfs |
Wolf River At Germantown
|
609cfs |
Coldwater River Nr Olive Branch
|
104cfs |
Fletcher Creek At Sycamore View Road At Memphis
|
70cfs |
Wolf River At Rossville
|
497cfs |