Chesapeake Bay Golf Club North East Dam

Northeast River-TR· Cecil, Maryland· Built 1990· Earth· 25 ft tall

Significant Hazard Irrigation Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Chesapeake Bay Golf Club North East Dam is classified as significant hazard in Maryland. It was completed in 1990 and is 36 years old. Its primary use is irrigation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height	25 ft (taller than 60.9% in MD)
Dam Length	500 ft
Dam Type	Earth
Max Storage	33 acre-ft
Normal Storage	17 acre-ft

Surface Area	3 acres
Drainage Area	1 sq mi
Max Discharge	320 cfs
Year Completed	1990 (36 years old)
Year Modified	1990
NID ID	MD00420

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: January 30, 2020

State Regulated: Yes

Regulatory Agency: MD Dam Safety

Ownership

North East Developers, LLC

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Chesapeake Bay Golf Club North East Dam?

Chesapeake Bay Golf Club North East 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 Chesapeake Bay Golf Club North East Dam?

Chesapeake Bay Golf Club North East Dam is owned by North East Developers, LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Chesapeake Bay Golf Club North East Dam built?

Chesapeake Bay Golf Club North East Dam was completed in 1990, making it 36 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 Chesapeake Bay Golf Club North East Dam?

Chesapeake Bay Golf Club North East 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 Chesapeake Bay Golf Club North East Dam?

Chesapeake Bay Golf Club North East Dam has a dam height of 25 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 Chesapeake Bay Golf Club North East Dam last inspected?

Chesapeake Bay Golf Club North East Dam was last inspected on January 30, 2020. 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.