Oaks of Harford (Tollgate Road)
Key Takeaway
Oaks of Harford (Tollgate Road) is classified as low hazard in Maryland. It was completed in 1984 and is 42 years old. Its primary use is water supply.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 43 ft (taller than 87.5% in MD) |
| Dam Length | 380 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 39 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 0 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 600 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1984 (42 years old) |
| Year Modified | 1984 |
| NID ID | MD00307 |
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
Harford County DPW
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Oaks of Harford (Tollgate Road)?
Oaks of Harford (Tollgate Road) 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 Oaks of Harford (Tollgate Road)?
Oaks of Harford (Tollgate Road) is owned by Harford County DPW (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Oaks of Harford (Tollgate Road) built?
Oaks of Harford (Tollgate Road) was completed in 1984, making it 42 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 Oaks of Harford (Tollgate Road)?
Oaks of Harford (Tollgate Road) serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Oaks of Harford (Tollgate Road)?
Oaks of Harford (Tollgate Road) has a dam height of 43 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 Oaks of Harford (Tollgate Road) last inspected?
Oaks of Harford (Tollgate Road) was last inspected on June 30, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.