Guilford Road Dam

Little Patuxent River-TR· Howard, Maryland· Earth·
Significant Hazard Flood Risk Reduction Not Listed

Key Takeaway

Guilford Road Dam is classified as significant hazard in Maryland. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam TypeEarth
NID IDMD00592

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: December 22, 2021
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: MD Dam Safety

Ownership

Not Listed

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Guilford Road Dam?

Guilford Road 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 Guilford Road Dam?

Guilford Road Dam is owned by information not available (Not Listed). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Guilford Road Dam?

Guilford Road Dam serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

When was Guilford Road Dam last inspected?

Guilford Road Dam was last inspected on December 22, 2021. 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.