Vista Business Park
Key Takeaway
Vista Business Park is classified as high hazard in Maryland. It was completed in 2020 and is 6 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 | 13 ft (taller than 14.1% in MD) |
| Dam Length | 275 ft |
| Dam Type | Concrete |
| Max Storage | 23 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 0 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 3 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 2,875 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2020 (6 years old) |
| NID ID | MD00616 |
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
Trammell Crow Company
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Vista Business Park?
Vista Business Park 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 Vista Business Park?
Vista Business Park is owned by Trammell Crow Company (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Vista Business Park built?
Vista Business Park was completed in 2020, making it 6 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 Vista Business Park?
Vista Business Park 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 Vista Business Park?
Vista Business Park has a dam height of 13 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 Vista Business Park last inspected?
Vista Business Park was last inspected on April 29, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.