Druid Hill Lake Reservoir and Storage Tanks
Key Takeaway
Druid Hill Lake Reservoir and Storage Tanks is classified as high hazard in Maryland. It was completed in 1871 and is 155 years old. Its primary use is water supply. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 118 ft (taller than 98.3% in MD) |
| Dam Length | 3,000 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.9K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 1.2K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 48 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 240 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1871 (155 years old) |
| NID ID | MD00109 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Baltimore City DPW Reservoir Section
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Druid Hill Lake Reservoir and Storage Tanks?
Druid Hill Lake Reservoir and Storage Tanks is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Druid Hill Lake Reservoir and Storage Tanks?
Druid Hill Lake Reservoir and Storage Tanks is owned by Baltimore City DPW Reservoir Section (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Druid Hill Lake Reservoir and Storage Tanks built?
Druid Hill Lake Reservoir and Storage Tanks was completed in 1871, making it 155 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 Druid Hill Lake Reservoir and Storage Tanks?
Druid Hill Lake Reservoir and Storage Tanks serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Druid Hill Lake Reservoir and Storage Tanks?
Druid Hill Lake Reservoir and Storage Tanks has a dam height of 118 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 Druid Hill Lake Reservoir and Storage Tanks last inspected?
Druid Hill Lake Reservoir and Storage Tanks was last inspected on December 13, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.