Lake Serene (Edgewater Drive)
Key Takeaway
Lake Serene (Edgewater Drive) is classified as high hazard in Maryland. It was completed in 1971 and is 55 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 | 29 ft (taller than 73.4% in MD) |
| Dam Length | 800 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 171 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 69 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,110 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1971 (55 years old) |
| NID ID | MD00083 |
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
Harford County DPW
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Serene (Edgewater Drive)?
Lake Serene (Edgewater Drive) 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 Lake Serene (Edgewater Drive)?
Lake Serene (Edgewater Drive) is owned by Harford County DPW (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake Serene (Edgewater Drive) built?
Lake Serene (Edgewater Drive) was completed in 1971, making it 55 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 Serene (Edgewater Drive)?
Lake Serene (Edgewater Drive) 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 Serene (Edgewater Drive)?
Lake Serene (Edgewater Drive) has a dam height of 29 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 Serene (Edgewater Drive) last inspected?
Lake Serene (Edgewater Drive) was last inspected on November 18, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.