Cash Lake Dam

High HazardFair ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateMaryland
CountyPrince George's
Nearest CityBOWIE, MD
River/StreamPATUXENT-TR
Coordinates39.02694, -76.79667

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height20 ft
Dam Height16 ft
Dam Length771 ft
Year Completed1939 (87 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage584 acre-ft
Max Storage584 acre-ft
Normal Storage163 acre-ft
Surface Area49 acres
Drainage Area2 sq mi
Max Discharge2,550 cfs

Ownership & Safety

PurposeFish and Wildlife Pond
OwnerUS FISH AND WILDLIFE SERVICE
Owner TypeFederal
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentFair
Last Inspection10/01/2019
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDMD00013
Federal IDMD00013
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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