Summit Lake Church Camp Dam
Key Takeaway
Summit Lake Church Camp Dam is classified as low hazard in Maryland. It was completed in 1930 and is 96 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 15 ft (taller than 21.8% in MD) |
| Dam Length | 350 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 50 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 20 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 5 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1930 (96 years old) |
| NID ID | MD00565 |
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
Summit Lake Bible Conf INC
Private
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Significant Hazard 28 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Summit Lake Church Camp Dam?
Summit Lake Church Camp 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 Summit Lake Church Camp Dam?
Summit Lake Church Camp Dam is owned by Summit Lake Bible Conf INC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Summit Lake Church Camp Dam built?
Summit Lake Church Camp Dam was completed in 1930, making it 96 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 Lake Church Camp Dam?
Summit Lake Church Camp Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Summit Lake Church Camp Dam?
Summit Lake Church Camp 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 Summit Lake Church Camp Dam last inspected?
Summit Lake Church Camp Dam was last inspected on February 21, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.