Big Meadows Farm Dam
Key Takeaway
Big Meadows Farm Dam is classified as low hazard in Maryland. It was completed in 1979 and is 47 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 13 ft (taller than 14.1% in MD) |
| Dam Length | 1,000 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 75 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 20 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 969 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1979 (47 years old) |
| Year Modified | 2004 |
| NID ID | MD00378 |
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
Big Meadows Inc.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Big Meadows Farm Dam?
Big Meadows Farm 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 Big Meadows Farm Dam?
Big Meadows Farm Dam is owned by Big Meadows Inc. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Big Meadows Farm Dam built?
Big Meadows Farm Dam was completed in 1979, making it 47 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 Big Meadows Farm Dam?
Big Meadows Farm 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 Big Meadows Farm Dam?
Big Meadows Farm Dam has a dam height of 13 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 Big Meadows Farm Dam last inspected?
Big Meadows Farm Dam was last inspected on June 21, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.