Wildewood Community Dam
Key Takeaway
Wildewood Community Dam is classified as low hazard in Maryland. It was completed in 1989 and is 37 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 30 ft (taller than 74.6% in MD) |
| Dam Length | 439 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 84 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 76 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 2 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,100 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1989 (37 years old) |
| NID ID | MD00526 |
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
Wildewood Builders, Inc.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Wildewood Community Dam?
Wildewood Community Dam 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 Wildewood Community Dam?
Wildewood Community Dam is owned by Wildewood Builders, Inc. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Wildewood Community Dam built?
Wildewood Community Dam was completed in 1989, making it 37 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 Wildewood Community Dam?
Wildewood Community Dam 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 Wildewood Community Dam?
Wildewood Community Dam has a dam height of 30 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 Wildewood Community Dam last inspected?
Wildewood Community Dam was last inspected on March 27, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.