Oakhurst Section 1 Swm Dam (Oakhurst Drive)

Little Patuxent River-TR· Howard, Maryland· Built 1998· Earth· 12 ft tall

High Hazard Flood Risk Reduction Private

Key Takeaway

Oakhurst Section 1 Swm Dam (Oakhurst Drive) is classified as high hazard in Maryland. It was completed in 1998 and is 28 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	12 ft (taller than 10.3% in MD)
Dam Type	Earth

Surface Area	0 acres
Drainage Area	0 sq mi
Year Completed	1998 (28 years old)
Year Modified	1998
NID ID	MD00395

Safety Information

High Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: Yes

Last Inspection: June 5, 2021

State Regulated: Yes

Regulatory Agency: MD Dam Safety

Ownership

Oakhurst Community Association

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Oakhurst Section 1 Swm Dam (Oakhurst Drive)?

Oakhurst Section 1 Swm Dam (Oakhurst Drive) 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 Oakhurst Section 1 Swm Dam (Oakhurst Drive)?

Oakhurst Section 1 Swm Dam (Oakhurst Drive) is owned by Oakhurst Community Association (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Oakhurst Section 1 Swm Dam (Oakhurst Drive) built?

Oakhurst Section 1 Swm Dam (Oakhurst Drive) was completed in 1998, making it 28 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 Oakhurst Section 1 Swm Dam (Oakhurst Drive)?

Oakhurst Section 1 Swm Dam (Oakhurst Drive) 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 Oakhurst Section 1 Swm Dam (Oakhurst Drive)?

Oakhurst Section 1 Swm Dam (Oakhurst Drive) has a dam height of 12 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 Oakhurst Section 1 Swm Dam (Oakhurst Drive) last inspected?

Oakhurst Section 1 Swm Dam (Oakhurst Drive) was last inspected on June 5, 2021. 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.