Pikesville Reservoir Storage Tanks
Key Takeaway
Pikesville Reservoir Storage Tanks is classified as high hazard in Maryland. It was completed in 2007 and is 19 years old. Its primary use is water supply. 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 | 22 ft (taller than 50.6% in MD) |
| Dam Length | 1,900 ft |
| Dam Type | Gravity |
| Max Storage | 77 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 61 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2007 (19 years old) |
| Year Modified | 2007 |
| NID ID | MD00105 |
Safety Information
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?
Ownership
Baltimore City Dept of Public Works
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Pikesville Reservoir Storage Tanks?
Pikesville Reservoir Storage Tanks 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 Pikesville Reservoir Storage Tanks?
Pikesville Reservoir Storage Tanks is owned by Baltimore City Dept of Public Works (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Pikesville Reservoir Storage Tanks built?
Pikesville Reservoir Storage Tanks was completed in 2007, making it 19 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 Pikesville Reservoir Storage Tanks?
Pikesville Reservoir Storage Tanks 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 Pikesville Reservoir Storage Tanks?
Pikesville Reservoir Storage Tanks has a dam height of 22 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 Pikesville Reservoir Storage Tanks last inspected?
Pikesville Reservoir Storage Tanks was last inspected on December 22, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.