Montgomery Auto Park Dam
Key Takeaway
Montgomery Auto Park Dam is classified as low hazard in Maryland. It was completed in 1987 and is 39 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 29 ft (taller than 73.4% in MD) |
| Dam Length | 250 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 20 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 1 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 500 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1987 (39 years old) |
| NID ID | MD00391 |
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
Montgomery County DEP
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Montgomery Auto Park Dam?
Montgomery Auto Park 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 Montgomery Auto Park Dam?
Montgomery Auto Park Dam is owned by Montgomery County DEP (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Montgomery Auto Park Dam built?
Montgomery Auto Park Dam was completed in 1987, making it 39 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 Montgomery Auto Park Dam?
Montgomery Auto Park 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 Montgomery Auto Park Dam?
Montgomery Auto Park Dam has a dam height of 29 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 Montgomery Auto Park Dam last inspected?
Montgomery Auto Park Dam was last inspected on May 23, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.