Lake Linganore

High HazardUnsatisfactory ConditionEmergency Action Plan: No

Location

StateMaryland
CountyFrederick
Nearest CityPinecliff
River/StreamLinganore Creek
Coordinates39.41570, -77.32620

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height63 ft
Dam Height63 ft
Dam Length750 ft
Year Completed1972 (54 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage7,900 acre-ft
Max Storage7,900 acre-ft
Normal Storage2,700 acre-ft
Surface Area220 acres
Drainage Area82 sq mi
Max Discharge31,093 cfs
Spillway TypeUncontrolled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeRecreation
OwnerLake Linganore Association
Owner TypePrivate
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentUnsatisfactory
Last Inspection01/29/2024
Emergency Action PlanNo

Identifiers

NID IDMD00021
Federal IDMD00021
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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