Laurel Lakes No 1 (Lower)
Key Takeaway
Laurel Lakes No 1 (Lower) is classified as significant hazard in Maryland. It was completed in 1986 and is 40 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 21 ft (taller than 47.7% in MD) |
| Dam Length | 600 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 266 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 100 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 13 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 3,000 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1986 (40 years old) |
| Year Modified | 1986 |
| NID ID | MD00232 |
Safety Information
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?
Ownership
Prince Georges County
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Laurel Lakes No 1 (Lower)?
Laurel Lakes No 1 (Lower) 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 Laurel Lakes No 1 (Lower)?
Laurel Lakes No 1 (Lower) is owned by Prince Georges County (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Laurel Lakes No 1 (Lower) built?
Laurel Lakes No 1 (Lower) was completed in 1986, making it 40 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 Laurel Lakes No 1 (Lower)?
Laurel Lakes No 1 (Lower) 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 Laurel Lakes No 1 (Lower)?
Laurel Lakes No 1 (Lower) has a dam height of 21 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 Laurel Lakes No 1 (Lower) last inspected?
Laurel Lakes No 1 (Lower) was last inspected on December 6, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.