Sassafras Mill Dam

Significant HazardFair ConditionEmergency Action Plan: No

Location

StateMaryland
CountyKent
Nearest CitySassafras
River/StreamHerring Branch
Coordinates39.37180, -75.80290

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height10 ft
Dam Height10 ft
Dam Length388 ft
Year Completed1934 (92 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage87 acre-ft
Max Storage87 acre-ft
Normal Storage39 acre-ft
Surface Area19 acres
Drainage Area4 sq mi
Max Discharge645 cfs
Spillway TypeUncontrolled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeRecreation
OwnerPhilip Parish
Owner TypePrivate
Hazard ClassificationSignificant
Condition AssessmentFair
Last Inspection03/31/2022
Emergency Action PlanNo

Identifiers

NID IDMD00025
Federal IDMD00025
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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