Myrtle Grove Lake
Key Takeaway
Myrtle Grove Lake is classified as low hazard in Maryland. It was completed in 1965 and is 61 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 14 ft (taller than 16.8% in MD) |
| Dam Length | 1,800 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 192 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 88 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 23 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 100 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1965 (61 years old) |
| NID ID | MD00183 |
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
MD DNR-Public Lands, Engineering & Constr-Southern
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Myrtle Grove Lake?
Myrtle Grove Lake 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 Myrtle Grove Lake?
Myrtle Grove Lake is owned by MD DNR-Public Lands, Engineering & Constr-Southern (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Myrtle Grove Lake built?
Myrtle Grove Lake was completed in 1965, making it 61 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 Myrtle Grove Lake?
Myrtle Grove Lake 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 Myrtle Grove Lake?
Myrtle Grove Lake has a dam height of 14 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 Myrtle Grove Lake last inspected?
Myrtle Grove Lake was last inspected on March 17, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.