Redington Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Redington Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Maryland. It was completed in 1940 and is 86 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 13 ft (taller than 14.1% in MD) |
| Dam Length | 650 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 348 acre-ft |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 438 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1940 (86 years old) |
| NID ID | MD00112 |
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
US FISH AND WILDLIFE SERVICE
Federal Government
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What is the hazard classification of Redington Lake Dam?
Redington Lake Dam 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 Redington Lake Dam?
Redington Lake Dam is owned by US FISH AND WILDLIFE SERVICE (Federal Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Redington Lake Dam built?
Redington Lake Dam was completed in 1940, making it 86 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 Redington Lake Dam?
Redington Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Redington Lake Dam?
Redington Lake Dam has a dam height of 13 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 Redington Lake Dam last inspected?
Redington Lake Dam was last inspected on November 18, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.