Summit Hall Park Dam
Key Takeaway
Summit Hall Park Dam is classified as high hazard in Maryland. It was completed in 1993 and is 33 years old. Its primary use is water supply. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 14 ft (taller than 16.8% in MD) |
| Dam Length | 700 ft |
| Dam Type | Arch |
| Max Storage | 16 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 1 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 1 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,000 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1993 (33 years old) |
| Year Modified | 1993 |
| NID ID | MD00308 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
City of Gaithersburg
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Summit Hall Park Dam?
Summit Hall Park Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Summit Hall Park Dam?
Summit Hall Park Dam is owned by City of Gaithersburg (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Summit Hall Park Dam built?
Summit Hall Park Dam was completed in 1993, making it 33 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 Summit Hall Park Dam?
Summit Hall Park Dam serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Summit Hall Park Dam?
Summit Hall Park Dam 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 Summit Hall Park Dam last inspected?
Summit Hall Park Dam was last inspected on April 24, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.