Mill Creek Dam

Mill Creek· Dorchester, Maryland· Built 1930· Earth· 11 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Mill Creek Dam is classified as low hazard in Maryland. It was completed in 1930 and is 96 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 11 ft (taller than 7.4% in MD)
Dam Length300 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage78 acre-ft
Normal Storage27 acre-ft
Surface Area11 acres
Drainage Area3 sq mi
Max Discharge131 cfs
Year Completed1930 (96 years old)
NID IDMD00214

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: December 11, 2019
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: MD Dam Safety

Ownership

Dennis A Reid

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Mill Creek Dam?

Mill Creek 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 Mill Creek Dam?

Mill Creek Dam is owned by Dennis A Reid (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Mill Creek Dam built?

Mill Creek Dam was completed in 1930, making it 96 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 Mill Creek Dam?

Mill Creek 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 Mill Creek Dam?

Mill Creek Dam has a dam height of 11 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 Mill Creek Dam last inspected?

Mill Creek Dam was last inspected on December 11, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.