Chartwell Country Club Dam
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 Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 106 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 32 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 5,529 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2010 (16 years old) |
| NID ID | MD00416 |
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
Chartwell Country Club
Private
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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.