Hancock Sewage Lagoon
Key Takeaway
Hancock Sewage Lagoon is classified as low hazard in Maryland. It was completed in 1963 and is 63 years old.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 8 ft (taller than 1.2% in MD) |
| Dam Length | 2,000 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 115 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 38 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 13 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 340 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1963 (63 years old) |
| Year Modified | 1963 |
| NID ID | MD00096 |
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
Town of Hancock
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Hancock Sewage Lagoon?
Hancock Sewage Lagoon 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 Hancock Sewage Lagoon?
Hancock Sewage Lagoon is owned by Town of Hancock (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Hancock Sewage Lagoon built?
Hancock Sewage Lagoon was completed in 1963, making it 63 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
How tall is Hancock Sewage Lagoon?
Hancock Sewage Lagoon has a dam height of 8 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 Hancock Sewage Lagoon last inspected?
Hancock Sewage Lagoon was last inspected on April 11, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.