Lake Kittamaqundi
Key Takeaway
Lake Kittamaqundi is classified as low hazard in Maryland. It was completed in 1967 and is 59 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 7 ft (taller than 0.2% in MD) |
| Dam Length | 2,070 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 208 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 146 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 107 acres |
| Drainage Area | 28 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 920 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1967 (59 years old) |
| Year Modified | 1967 |
| NID ID | MD00147 |
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
Columbia Association
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Kittamaqundi?
Lake Kittamaqundi 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 Lake Kittamaqundi?
Lake Kittamaqundi is owned by Columbia Association (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake Kittamaqundi built?
Lake Kittamaqundi was completed in 1967, making it 59 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 Lake Kittamaqundi?
Lake Kittamaqundi 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 Lake Kittamaqundi?
Lake Kittamaqundi has a dam height of 7 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 Lake Kittamaqundi last inspected?
Lake Kittamaqundi was last inspected on October 14, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.