Priestford Hills
Key Takeaway
Priestford Hills is classified as low hazard in Maryland. It was completed in 1974 and is 52 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 24 ft (taller than 57.8% in MD) |
| Dam Length | 700 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 88 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 37 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 170 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1974 (52 years old) |
| NID ID | MD00101 |
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
Priestford Hills Comm Assoc
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Priestford Hills?
Priestford Hills 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 Priestford Hills?
Priestford Hills is owned by Priestford Hills Comm Assoc (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Priestford Hills built?
Priestford Hills was completed in 1974, making it 52 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 Priestford Hills?
Priestford Hills 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 Priestford Hills?
Priestford Hills has a dam height of 24 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 Priestford Hills last inspected?
Priestford Hills was last inspected on September 15, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.