Shipleys Crossing North Dam 2 (Wherry Ct)
Key Takeaway
Shipleys Crossing North Dam 2 (Wherry Ct) is classified as significant hazard in Maryland. It was completed in 2008 and is 18 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 14 ft (taller than 16.8% in MD) |
| Dam Length | 325 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 2 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 0 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 1 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 200 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2008 (18 years old) |
| Year Modified | 2008 |
| NID ID | MD00413 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Shipleys Crossing Homeowner Association
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Shipleys Crossing North Dam 2 (Wherry Ct)?
Shipleys Crossing North Dam 2 (Wherry Ct) is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Shipleys Crossing North Dam 2 (Wherry Ct)?
Shipleys Crossing North Dam 2 (Wherry Ct) is owned by Shipleys Crossing Homeowner Association (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Shipleys Crossing North Dam 2 (Wherry Ct) built?
Shipleys Crossing North Dam 2 (Wherry Ct) was completed in 2008, making it 18 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 Shipleys Crossing North Dam 2 (Wherry Ct)?
Shipleys Crossing North Dam 2 (Wherry Ct) 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 Shipleys Crossing North Dam 2 (Wherry Ct)?
Shipleys Crossing North Dam 2 (Wherry Ct) has a dam height of 14 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 Shipleys Crossing North Dam 2 (Wherry Ct) last inspected?
Shipleys Crossing North Dam 2 (Wherry Ct) was last inspected on November 21, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.