Marlton South Swm Dam
Key Takeaway
Marlton South Swm Dam is classified as low hazard in Maryland. It was completed in 2000 and is 26 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 24 ft (taller than 57.8% in MD) |
| Dam Length | 500 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 51 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 3 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 2 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 150 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2000 (26 years old) |
| Year Modified | 2000 |
| NID ID | MD00352 |
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
Prince Georges County
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Marlton South Swm Dam?
Marlton South Swm 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 Marlton South Swm Dam?
Marlton South Swm Dam is owned by Prince Georges County (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Marlton South Swm Dam built?
Marlton South Swm Dam was completed in 2000, making it 26 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 Marlton South Swm Dam?
Marlton South Swm Dam 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 Marlton South Swm Dam?
Marlton South Swm Dam has a dam height of 24 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 Marlton South Swm Dam last inspected?
Marlton South Swm Dam was last inspected on October 7, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.