Elk Neck State Park Dam
Key Takeaway
Elk Neck State Park Dam is classified as low hazard in Maryland. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 years old. Its primary use is water supply.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 60.9% in MD) |
| Dam Length | 400 ft |
| Dam Type | Other |
| Max Storage | 500 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 150 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 20 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 180 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1960 (66 years old) |
| Year Modified | 1960 |
| NID ID | MD00223 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
MD DNR-Public Lands, Engineering & Constr-Central
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Elk Neck State Park Dam?
Elk Neck State Park Dam is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Elk Neck State Park Dam?
Elk Neck State Park Dam is owned by MD DNR-Public Lands, Engineering & Constr-Central (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Elk Neck State Park Dam built?
Elk Neck State Park Dam was completed in 1960, making it 66 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 Elk Neck State Park Dam?
Elk Neck State Park Dam 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 Elk Neck State Park Dam?
Elk Neck State Park 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 Elk Neck State Park Dam last inspected?
Elk Neck State Park Dam was last inspected on December 21, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.