Great Star Drive Swm Dam
Key Takeaway
Great Star Drive Swm Dam is classified as low hazard in Maryland. It was completed in 1997 and is 29 years old.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 41.2% in MD) |
| Dam Length | 600 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 52 acre-ft |
| Year Completed | 1997 (29 years old) |
| Year Modified | 1997 |
| NID ID | MD00386 |
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
Columbia Association
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Great Star Drive Swm Dam?
Great Star Drive Swm 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 Great Star Drive Swm Dam?
Great Star Drive Swm Dam is owned by Columbia Association (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Great Star Drive Swm Dam built?
Great Star Drive Swm Dam was completed in 1997, making it 29 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
How tall is Great Star Drive Swm Dam?
Great Star Drive Swm Dam has a dam height of 20 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 Great Star Drive Swm Dam last inspected?
Great Star Drive Swm Dam was last inspected on July 29, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.