Laurel Lumber Dam
Key Takeaway
Laurel Lumber Dam is classified as significant hazard in Maryland. It was completed in 2007 and is 19 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 12 ft (taller than 10.3% in MD) |
| Dam Length | 350 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 6 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 1 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 383 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2007 (19 years old) |
| Year Modified | 2007 |
| NID ID | MD00399 |
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
Savage Stone LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Laurel Lumber Dam?
Laurel Lumber Dam 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 Lumber Dam?
Laurel Lumber Dam is owned by Savage Stone LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Laurel Lumber Dam built?
Laurel Lumber Dam was completed in 2007, making it 19 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 Lumber Dam?
Laurel Lumber Dam serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Laurel Lumber Dam?
Laurel Lumber Dam has a dam height of 12 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 Lumber Dam last inspected?
Laurel Lumber Dam was last inspected on December 19, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.