Smithsburg Reservoir

Significant HazardFair ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateMaryland
CountyWashington
Nearest CityCavetown
River/StreamBeaver Creek-OS
Coordinates39.64875, -77.57804

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height16 ft
Dam Height16 ft
Dam Length2,000 ft
Year Completed1881 (145 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage83 acre-ft
Max Storage83 acre-ft
Normal Storage61 acre-ft
Surface Area6 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Spillway TypeNone

Ownership & Safety

PurposeWater Supply
OwnerCity of Hagerstown
Owner TypeLocal Government
Hazard ClassificationSignificant
Condition AssessmentFair
Last Inspection12/21/2022
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDMD00007
Federal IDMD00007
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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