Little Deer Creek Site 1
Key Takeaway
Little Deer Creek Site 1 is classified as significant hazard in Maryland. It was completed in 1958 and is 68 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 | 45 ft (taller than 89.4% in MD) |
| Dam Length | 385 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 210 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 24 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 930 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1958 (68 years old) |
| Year Modified | 1958 |
| NID ID | MD00031 |
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
Harford County DPW
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Little Deer Creek Site 1?
Little Deer Creek Site 1 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 Little Deer Creek Site 1?
Little Deer Creek Site 1 is owned by Harford County DPW (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Little Deer Creek Site 1 built?
Little Deer Creek Site 1 was completed in 1958, making it 68 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 Deer Creek Site 1?
Little Deer Creek Site 1 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 Little Deer Creek Site 1?
Little Deer Creek Site 1 has a dam height of 45 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 Deer Creek Site 1 last inspected?
Little Deer Creek Site 1 was last inspected on November 18, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.