Running Hare Vineyard Lake
Key Takeaway
Running Hare Vineyard Lake is classified as low hazard in Maryland. It was completed in 1970 and is 56 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 41.2% in MD) |
| Dam Length | 300 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 91 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 51 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 205 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1970 (56 years old) |
| NID ID | MD00187 |
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
Running Hare Vinyard
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Running Hare Vineyard Lake?
Running Hare Vineyard Lake 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 Running Hare Vineyard Lake?
Running Hare Vineyard Lake is owned by Running Hare Vinyard (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Running Hare Vineyard Lake built?
Running Hare Vineyard Lake was completed in 1970, making it 56 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 Running Hare Vineyard Lake?
Running Hare Vineyard Lake 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 Running Hare Vineyard Lake?
Running Hare Vineyard Lake has a dam height of 20 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 Running Hare Vineyard Lake last inspected?
Running Hare Vineyard Lake was last inspected on July 3, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.