Junction Industrial Park
Key Takeaway
Junction Industrial Park is classified as high hazard in Maryland. It was completed in 1984 and is 42 years old. 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 | 18 ft (taller than 36.5% in MD) |
| Dam Length | 603 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 31 acre-ft |
| Drainage Area | 74 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 793 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1984 (42 years old) |
| Year Modified | 2020 |
| NID ID | MD00608 |
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
JUNCTION LIMITED PARTNERSHIP
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Junction Industrial Park?
Junction Industrial Park 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 Junction Industrial Park?
Junction Industrial Park is owned by JUNCTION LIMITED PARTNERSHIP (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Junction Industrial Park built?
Junction Industrial Park was completed in 1984, making it 42 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
How tall is Junction Industrial Park?
Junction Industrial Park has a dam height of 18 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 Junction Industrial Park last inspected?
Junction Industrial Park was last inspected on September 14, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.