Monocacy Boulevard Dam
Key Takeaway
Monocacy Boulevard Dam is classified as high hazard in Maryland. It was completed in 2011 and is 15 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. 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 | 15 ft (taller than 21.8% in MD) |
| Dam Length | 800 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 195 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 20 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 33 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2011 (15 years old) |
| Year Modified | 2011 |
| NID ID | MD00398 |
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
MD DOT State Highway Admin Bridge Hydraulics
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Monocacy Boulevard Dam?
Monocacy Boulevard 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 Monocacy Boulevard Dam?
Monocacy Boulevard Dam is owned by MD DOT State Highway Admin Bridge Hydraulics (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Monocacy Boulevard Dam built?
Monocacy Boulevard Dam was completed in 2011, making it 15 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 Monocacy Boulevard Dam?
Monocacy Boulevard Dam 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 Monocacy Boulevard Dam?
Monocacy Boulevard Dam has a dam height of 15 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 Monocacy Boulevard Dam last inspected?
Monocacy Boulevard Dam was last inspected on August 15, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.