Seven Oaks Swm Dam
Key Takeaway
Seven Oaks Swm Dam is classified as low hazard in Maryland. It was completed in 1989 and is 37 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 17 ft (taller than 33.8% in MD) |
| Dam Length | 200 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 157 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 0 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,189 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1989 (37 years old) |
| Year Modified | 2005 |
| NID ID | MD00291 |
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
AA County DPW
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Seven Oaks Swm Dam?
Seven Oaks Swm 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 Seven Oaks Swm Dam?
Seven Oaks Swm Dam is owned by AA County DPW (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Seven Oaks Swm Dam built?
Seven Oaks Swm Dam was completed in 1989, making it 37 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 Seven Oaks Swm Dam?
Seven Oaks Swm Dam serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Seven Oaks Swm Dam?
Seven Oaks Swm Dam has a dam height of 17 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 Seven Oaks Swm Dam last inspected?
Seven Oaks Swm Dam was last inspected on August 13, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.