Shores of Calvert Lower Dam
Key Takeaway
Shores of Calvert Lower Dam is classified as low hazard in Maryland. It was completed in 1972 and is 54 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 15 ft (taller than 21.8% in MD) |
| Dam Length | 186 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 126 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 52 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 9 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 300 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1972 (54 years old) |
| NID ID | MD00093 |
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
Shores of Calvert Assn
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Shores of Calvert Lower Dam?
Shores of Calvert Lower 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 Shores of Calvert Lower Dam?
Shores of Calvert Lower Dam is owned by Shores of Calvert Assn (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Shores of Calvert Lower Dam built?
Shores of Calvert Lower Dam was completed in 1972, making it 54 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 Shores of Calvert Lower Dam?
Shores of Calvert Lower Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation, 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 Shores of Calvert Lower Dam?
Shores of Calvert Lower Dam has a dam height of 15 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 Shores of Calvert Lower Dam last inspected?
Shores of Calvert Lower Dam was last inspected on October 29, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.