Burnt Mills Dam
Key Takeaway
Burnt Mills Dam is classified as significant hazard in Maryland. It was completed in 1930 and is 96 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 23 ft (taller than 55.9% in MD) |
| Dam Length | 230 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 97 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 38 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Drainage Area | 27 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 12,285 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1930 (96 years old) |
| Year Modified | 1930 |
| NID ID | MD00228 |
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
MNCPPC-Burnt Mills
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Burnt Mills Dam?
Burnt Mills 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 Burnt Mills Dam?
Burnt Mills Dam is owned by MNCPPC-Burnt Mills (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Burnt Mills Dam built?
Burnt Mills Dam was completed in 1930, making it 96 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 Burnt Mills Dam?
Burnt Mills Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation, Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Burnt Mills Dam?
Burnt Mills Dam has a dam height of 23 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 Burnt Mills Dam last inspected?
Burnt Mills Dam was last inspected on May 22, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.