Meadow Run Dam
Key Takeaway
Meadow Run Dam is classified as high hazard in Maryland. It was completed in 1969 and is 57 years old. Its primary use is water supply. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 60.9% in MD) |
| Dam Length | 1,100 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 750 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 410 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 68 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 800 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1969 (57 years old) |
| Year Modified | 1969 |
| NID ID | MD00057 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Little Meadows Lake Charitable Trust
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Meadow Run Dam?
Meadow Run Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Meadow Run Dam?
Meadow Run Dam is owned by Little Meadows Lake Charitable Trust (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Meadow Run Dam built?
Meadow Run Dam was completed in 1969, making it 57 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 Meadow Run Dam?
Meadow Run Dam serves the following purposes: Water Supply, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Meadow Run Dam?
Meadow Run Dam has a dam height of 25 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 Meadow Run Dam last inspected?
Meadow Run Dam was last inspected on December 31, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.