Snell Estates
Key Takeaway
Snell Estates is classified as low hazard in Maryland. It was completed in 1979 and is 47 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 14 ft (taller than 16.8% in MD) |
| Dam Length | 1,400 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 83 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 47 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 12 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 130 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1979 (47 years old) |
| Year Modified | 1979 |
| NID ID | MD00242 |
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
Snell Estates Homeowners Assoc
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Snell Estates?
Snell Estates 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 Snell Estates?
Snell Estates is owned by Snell Estates Homeowners Assoc (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Snell Estates built?
Snell Estates was completed in 1979, making it 47 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 Snell Estates?
Snell Estates serves the following purposes: Recreation, Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Snell Estates?
Snell Estates 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 Snell Estates last inspected?
Snell Estates was last inspected on February 4, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.