Little Bennett Golf Course
Key Takeaway
Little Bennett Golf Course is classified as low hazard in Maryland. It was completed in 1992 and is 34 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 22 ft (taller than 50.6% in MD) |
| Dam Length | 500 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 75 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 42 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 620 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1992 (34 years old) |
| Year Modified | 1993 |
| NID ID | MD00343 |
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
Montgomery County Revenue Authority
Local Government
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Low Hazard 21 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Little Bennett Golf Course?
Little Bennett Golf Course 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 Little Bennett Golf Course?
Little Bennett Golf Course is owned by Montgomery County Revenue Authority (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Little Bennett Golf Course built?
Little Bennett Golf Course was completed in 1992, making it 34 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 Little Bennett Golf Course?
Little Bennett Golf Course serves the following purposes: Irrigation, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Little Bennett Golf Course?
Little Bennett Golf Course has a dam height of 22 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 Little Bennett Golf Course last inspected?
Little Bennett Golf Course was last inspected on July 28, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.