Western Maryland 4h Center
Key Takeaway
Western Maryland 4h Center is classified as low hazard in Maryland. It was completed in 1937 and is 89 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 22 ft (taller than 50.6% in MD) |
| Dam Length | 598 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 270 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 118 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 20 acres |
| Drainage Area | 3 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,034 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1937 (89 years old) |
| Year Modified | 1937 |
| NID ID | MD00010 |
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
MD Univ of MD 4-H Program
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Western Maryland 4h Center?
Western Maryland 4h Center 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 Western Maryland 4h Center?
Western Maryland 4h Center is owned by MD Univ of MD 4-H Program (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Western Maryland 4h Center built?
Western Maryland 4h Center was completed in 1937, making it 89 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 Western Maryland 4h Center?
Western Maryland 4h Center 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 Western Maryland 4h Center?
Western Maryland 4h Center has a dam height of 22 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 Western Maryland 4h Center last inspected?
Western Maryland 4h Center was last inspected on September 17, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.