Indian Creek Site 3
Key Takeaway
Indian Creek Site 3 is classified as high hazard in Maryland. It was completed in 1983 and is 43 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. 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 | 25 ft (taller than 60.9% in MD) |
| Dam Length | 1,179 ft |
| Dam Type | Roller-Compacted Concrete |
| Max Storage | 326 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 0 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 9,385 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1983 (43 years old) |
| NID ID | MD00265 |
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
Prince Georges County
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Indian Creek Site 3?
Indian Creek Site 3 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 Indian Creek Site 3?
Indian Creek Site 3 is owned by Prince Georges County (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Indian Creek Site 3 built?
Indian Creek Site 3 was completed in 1983, making it 43 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 Indian Creek Site 3?
Indian Creek Site 3 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.
How tall is Indian Creek Site 3?
Indian Creek Site 3 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 Indian Creek Site 3 last inspected?
Indian Creek Site 3 was last inspected on December 18, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.