Don Pleasants Dam
Key Takeaway
Don Pleasants Dam is classified as significant hazard in Maryland. It was completed in 1977 and is 49 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 50 ft (taller than 92.3% in MD) |
| Dam Length | 525 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 116 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 96 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 2,277 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1977 (49 years old) |
| Year Modified | 1977 |
| NID ID | MD00094 |
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
Pleasants Excavating Co, Inc.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Don Pleasants Dam?
Don Pleasants 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 Don Pleasants Dam?
Don Pleasants Dam is owned by Pleasants Excavating Co, Inc. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Don Pleasants Dam built?
Don Pleasants Dam was completed in 1977, making it 49 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 Don Pleasants Dam?
Don Pleasants Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Don Pleasants Dam?
Don Pleasants Dam has a dam height of 50 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 Don Pleasants Dam last inspected?
Don Pleasants Dam was last inspected on December 9, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.