Hunting Creek Dam
Key Takeaway
Hunting Creek Dam is classified as high hazard in Maryland. It was completed in 1969 and is 57 years old. Its primary use is recreation. 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 | 79 ft (taller than 96.9% in MD) |
| Dam Length | 787 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.3K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 771 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 46 acres |
| Drainage Area | 7 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 33,400 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1969 (57 years old) |
| Year Modified | 1969 |
| NID ID | MD00058 |
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
MD DNR-Public Lands, Engineering & Constr-Western
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Hunting Creek Dam?
Hunting Creek Dam 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 Hunting Creek Dam?
Hunting Creek Dam is owned by MD DNR-Public Lands, Engineering & Constr-Western (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Hunting Creek Dam built?
Hunting Creek Dam was completed in 1969, making it 57 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 Hunting Creek Dam?
Hunting Creek Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Hunting Creek Dam?
Hunting Creek Dam has a dam height of 79 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 Hunting Creek Dam last inspected?
Hunting Creek Dam was last inspected on January 7, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.