Montclair Manor Levee (Asset 14616)
Key Takeaway
Montclair Manor Levee (Asset 14616) is classified as significant hazard in Maryland. It was completed in 2004 and is 22 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 | 15 ft (taller than 21.8% in MD) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Normal Storage | 0 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Year Completed | 2004 (22 years old) |
| Year Modified | 2004 |
| NID ID | MD00602 |
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
Montgomery County DEP
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Montclair Manor Levee (Asset 14616)?
Montclair Manor Levee (Asset 14616) 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 Montclair Manor Levee (Asset 14616)?
Montclair Manor Levee (Asset 14616) is owned by Montgomery County DEP (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Montclair Manor Levee (Asset 14616) built?
Montclair Manor Levee (Asset 14616) was completed in 2004, making it 22 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 Montclair Manor Levee (Asset 14616)?
Montclair Manor Levee (Asset 14616) 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 Montclair Manor Levee (Asset 14616)?
Montclair Manor Levee (Asset 14616) 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 Montclair Manor Levee (Asset 14616) last inspected?
Montclair Manor Levee (Asset 14616) was last inspected on May 17, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.