Umbc Central Campus Dam
Key Takeaway
Umbc Central Campus Dam is classified as significant hazard in Maryland. It was completed in 1975 and is 51 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 10 ft (taller than 4.6% in MD) |
| Dam Length | 500 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 5 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 2 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 1 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1975 (51 years old) |
| NID ID | MD00492 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
MD UMBC
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Umbc Central Campus Dam?
Umbc Central Campus Dam is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Umbc Central Campus Dam?
Umbc Central Campus Dam is owned by MD UMBC (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Umbc Central Campus Dam built?
Umbc Central Campus Dam was completed in 1975, making it 51 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 Umbc Central Campus Dam?
Umbc Central Campus 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 Umbc Central Campus Dam?
Umbc Central Campus Dam has a dam height of 10 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 Umbc Central Campus Dam last inspected?
Umbc Central Campus Dam was last inspected on July 13, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.