Wheaton Branch Storm Water Management
Key Takeaway
Wheaton Branch Storm Water Management is classified as high hazard in Maryland. It was completed in 1979 and is 47 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 | 27 ft (taller than 67.4% in MD) |
| Dam Length | 1,174 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 196 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 11 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 3 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 7,825 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1979 (47 years old) |
| NID ID | MD00127 |
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
Montgomery County DEP
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Wheaton Branch Storm Water Management?
Wheaton Branch Storm Water Management 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 Wheaton Branch Storm Water Management?
Wheaton Branch Storm Water Management is owned by Montgomery County DEP (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Wheaton Branch Storm Water Management built?
Wheaton Branch Storm Water Management was completed in 1979, making it 47 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 Wheaton Branch Storm Water Management?
Wheaton Branch Storm Water Management 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 Wheaton Branch Storm Water Management?
Wheaton Branch Storm Water Management has a dam height of 27 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 Wheaton Branch Storm Water Management last inspected?
Wheaton Branch Storm Water Management was last inspected on December 23, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.