Lakeview Dam/Westlake Dam
Key Takeaway
Lakeview Dam/Westlake Dam is classified as low hazard in Maryland. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 26 ft (taller than 64.5% in MD) |
| Dam Length | 400 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 66 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 32 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 483 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1960 (66 years old) |
| NID ID | MD00245 |
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
Westlake Park Rec Council
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lakeview Dam/Westlake Dam?
Lakeview Dam/Westlake Dam 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 Lakeview Dam/Westlake Dam?
Lakeview Dam/Westlake Dam is owned by Westlake Park Rec Council (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lakeview Dam/Westlake Dam built?
Lakeview Dam/Westlake Dam was completed in 1960, making it 66 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 Lakeview Dam/Westlake Dam?
Lakeview Dam/Westlake Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation, Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Lakeview Dam/Westlake Dam?
Lakeview Dam/Westlake Dam has a dam height of 26 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 Lakeview Dam/Westlake Dam last inspected?
Lakeview Dam/Westlake Dam was last inspected on August 17, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.