Chartwell Country Club Dam

Severn River-TR· Anne Arundel, Maryland· Built 2010· Earth· 22 ft tall
Significant Hazard Irrigation Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Chartwell Country Club Dam is classified as significant hazard in Maryland. It was completed in 2010 and is 16 years old. Its primary use is irrigation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height 22 ft (taller than 50.6% in MD)
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage106 acre-ft
Normal Storage32 acre-ft
Surface Area5 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge5,529 cfs
Year Completed2010 (16 years old)
NID IDMD00416

Safety Information

Significant Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: Yes
Last Inspection: December 23, 2021
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: MD Dam Safety

Ownership

Chartwell Country Club

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Chartwell Country Club Dam?

Chartwell 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 Chartwell Country Club Dam?

Chartwell Country Club Dam is owned by Chartwell Country Club (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Chartwell Country Club Dam built?

Chartwell Country Club Dam was completed in 2010, making it 16 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 Chartwell Country Club Dam?

Chartwell Country Club Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Chartwell Country Club Dam?

Chartwell Country Club Dam has a dam height of 22 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 Chartwell Country Club Dam last inspected?

Chartwell Country Club Dam was last inspected on December 23, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.