Breton Bay Golf and Country Club Dam
Key Takeaway
Breton Bay Golf and Country Club Dam is classified as significant hazard in Maryland. It was completed in 1970 and is 56 years old. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 45 ft (taller than 89.4% in MD) |
| Dam Length | 250 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 51 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 40 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 3 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 238 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1970 (56 years old) |
| NID ID | MD00431 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Breton Bay Golf and Country Club
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Breton Bay Golf and Country Club Dam?
Breton Bay Golf and Country Club Dam is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Breton Bay Golf and Country Club Dam?
Breton Bay Golf and Country Club Dam is owned by Breton Bay Golf and Country Club (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Breton Bay Golf and Country Club Dam built?
Breton Bay Golf and Country Club Dam was completed in 1970, making it 56 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
How tall is Breton Bay Golf and Country Club Dam?
Breton Bay Golf and Country Club Dam has a dam height of 45 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 Breton Bay Golf and Country Club Dam last inspected?
Breton Bay Golf and Country Club Dam was last inspected on June 24, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.