Jennifer Road Swm Route 50 and Route 2 (Sha Bmp 020259)

Weems Creek· Anne Arundel, Maryland· Built 1985· Earth· 47 ft tall
Significant Hazard Flood Risk Reduction State Government

Key Takeaway

Jennifer Road Swm Route 50 and Route 2 (Sha Bmp 020259) is classified as significant hazard in Maryland. It was completed in 1985 and is 41 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height 47 ft (taller than 91.6% in MD)
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage140 acre-ft
Normal Storage26 acre-ft
Year Completed1985 (41 years old)
NID IDMD00619

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: No
Last Inspection: August 18, 2020
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: MD Dam Safety

Ownership

MD DOT State Highway Admin

State Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Jennifer Road Swm Route 50 and Route 2 (Sha Bmp 020259)?

Jennifer Road Swm Route 50 and Route 2 (Sha Bmp 020259) 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 Jennifer Road Swm Route 50 and Route 2 (Sha Bmp 020259)?

Jennifer Road Swm Route 50 and Route 2 (Sha Bmp 020259) is owned by MD DOT State Highway Admin (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Jennifer Road Swm Route 50 and Route 2 (Sha Bmp 020259) built?

Jennifer Road Swm Route 50 and Route 2 (Sha Bmp 020259) was completed in 1985, making it 41 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 Jennifer Road Swm Route 50 and Route 2 (Sha Bmp 020259)?

Jennifer Road Swm Route 50 and Route 2 (Sha Bmp 020259) 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 Jennifer Road Swm Route 50 and Route 2 (Sha Bmp 020259)?

Jennifer Road Swm Route 50 and Route 2 (Sha Bmp 020259) has a dam height of 47 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 Jennifer Road Swm Route 50 and Route 2 (Sha Bmp 020259) last inspected?

Jennifer Road Swm Route 50 and Route 2 (Sha Bmp 020259) was last inspected on August 18, 2020. 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.