Teels Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Teels Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Maryland. It was completed in 1961 and is 65 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 11 ft (taller than 7.4% in MD) |
| Dam Length | 200 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 376 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 48 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 30 acres |
| Drainage Area | 4 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 2,570 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1961 (65 years old) |
| NID ID | MD00337 |
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
Teels Lake Ltd Partnership
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Teels Lake Dam?
Teels Lake 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 Teels Lake Dam?
Teels Lake Dam is owned by Teels Lake Ltd Partnership (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Teels Lake Dam built?
Teels Lake Dam was completed in 1961, making it 65 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 Teels Lake Dam?
Teels Lake Dam 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 Teels Lake Dam?
Teels Lake Dam has a dam height of 11 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 Teels Lake Dam last inspected?
Teels Lake Dam was last inspected on October 22, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.