Upper Potomac Industrial Park Levee
Key Takeaway
Upper Potomac Industrial Park Levee is classified as high hazard in Maryland. It was completed in 2005 and is 21 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. 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 | 8 ft (taller than 1.2% in MD) |
| Dam Length | 2,300 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Normal Storage | 0 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2005 (21 years old) |
| Year Modified | 2017 |
| NID ID | MD00574 |
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
Allegany County
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Upper Potomac Industrial Park Levee?
Upper Potomac Industrial Park Levee 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 Upper Potomac Industrial Park Levee?
Upper Potomac Industrial Park Levee is owned by Allegany County (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Upper Potomac Industrial Park Levee built?
Upper Potomac Industrial Park Levee was completed in 2005, making it 21 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 Upper Potomac Industrial Park Levee?
Upper Potomac Industrial Park Levee 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 Upper Potomac Industrial Park Levee?
Upper Potomac Industrial Park Levee has a dam height of 8 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 Upper Potomac Industrial Park Levee last inspected?
Upper Potomac Industrial Park Levee was last inspected on December 24, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.